Profiles in Leadership

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Oct 2026

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Dr. Steve Anderson is a storyteller and a lifelong learner who is deeply committed to helping leaders grow. Born out of deep seeded curiosity and passion, Steve launched his podcast as a vehicle for interviewing accomplished leaders who excel in building cultures and developing teams that create impact and deliver value to customers, employees and stakeholders. In this capacity, he is able to tap into his experience as a CEO of a $75 million-dollar company and a 39 year career as a Physical Therapist to ask questions that produce answers for those at all levels – from entry level professionals to seasoned executives – can learn from and build upon. Steve is known for interviewing guests from a wide range of backgrounds and digging deep to find “Pearls of Wisdom” that can be put into practice as professionals look to learn and grow. Steve is an Executive Coach at Orange Dot Coaching.

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October 25, 20261 hr 0 min

Marja Fox, Helping Business Leaders Thrive with Strategy That All Team Members Understand

Marja is a former Associate Principal at McKinsey & Company with broad strategy, business development and commercial operations expertise across multiple industries. Before turning independent, she was a VP of Marketing and Strategy & Business Development at Ecolab, responsible for growth strategy, innovation, new product launches, sales support and marketing communications of a $1B growth business. As an independent consultant, she focuses on strategy and facilitation. She has found that client service - helping them succeed - is where her heart is; it’s what gets her up in the morning. Marja's education is in the sciences. She holds a BS in Chemistry from Harvey Mudd College and a PhD in Physical Chemistry from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign . She brings her analytical background and ongoing drive to understand how things work to every project.

October 20, 20261 hr 1 min

Anthony Buccafurni, PT, DPT, From a Staff Physical Therapist to the CEO of one of the Largest Rehab Companies in the Nation

My guest today is Dr. Anthony Buccafurni, Chief Executive Officer of FOX Rehabilitation — the largest network of house-call physical therapy practices in the country. Anthony's path started as a treating clinician: he earned his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Temple University in 2002 and joined FOX in 2003 as a full-time therapist. From there, his rise through the organization was rapid — Regional Director, Senior Regional Director, Director of Clinical Operations, Chief Clinical Operations Officer, and Chief Operating Officer in 2020 — before being named CEO in May of 2025. Along the way, he led the expansion of FOX's footprint across New Jersey and used his change-management expertise to reorganize Quality Assurance, Professional Development, Sales, and Admissions. Today, he's also an outspoken advocate for the physical therapy profession, working with organizations like the Alliance for Physical Therapy Quality and Innovation on issues like falls prevention and Medicare reimbursement.

October 14, 202658 min

Zoe Krislock, Providing Systems with Empathy is the Role of a CEO

Today our guest, Zoe Krislock, who has spent nearly three decades leading some of the most recognizable consumer brands in the country — and now she's leading one of the most personal. Zoe built her career at developing brand and operations, starting out at Nordstrom and Gap before spending fourteen years at Nike, where she led business units across North America, Europe, and Greater China — at times overseeing nearly three billion dollars in combined revenue. In 2018, she stepped into her first CEO role at MiniLuxe, the ethical beauty and self-care brand, where she spent five years guiding the company through an IPO, a strategic acquisition, and the launch of its own product line. From there, she became President of Magnolia — the lifestyle brand built by Chip and Joanna Gaines — where she took on the challenge of scaling a company whose entire identity is rooted in authenticity and home. And now, she's taken on something entirely different: Zoe recently became CEO of StoryFlight Labs, a public benefit corporation building AI-powered communication tools for people with speech-limiting disabilities — a mission-driven pivot after a career spent building sneakers, salons, and home goods.

October 7, 202652 min

Jeff "Bones" Bonner, A Dailey Debrief is an Essential Leadership Tool

Think about the last time you walked away knowing you could have performed better. Most people assume experience leads to improvement, but it doesn’t. Improvement comes from reflection followed by adjustment. Today’s guest, Jeff “Bones” Bonner, is a keynote speaker and creator of The Debrief Advantage™, a principle-centered system for human performance. A former combat fighter pilot and Harvard-trained strategist, Jeff teaches leaders how to turn everyday experience into measurable progress through a simple debrief habit.

October 2, 202652 min

Curtis Sprouse, Turning Science and Technology into Viable Impactful Ventures

Curtis Sprouse is the founder of EurekaConnect and the Institute for Biomedical Entrepreneurship (IBE), where he helps leaders and teams outperform through strategic behavioral programs. With over 5,000 professionals coached and 200+ biomedical innovations advanced, Curtis specializes in turning science and technology into viable, impactful ventures. His programs have helped companies raise tens of millions in capital and bring real products to market. Curtis speaks on leadership, team building, personal development, and the future of business and society

September 28, 202639 min

Kyle Covington, PT, DPT, PhD, President of the American Physical Therapy Association

APTA President Kyle Covington is an associate professor and director of educational innovation and post-professional education for Duke University's Doctor of Physical Therapy Program, including the Faculty Development Residency accredited by the American Board of Physical Therapy Residencies and Fellowships. Covington is a board-certified clinical specialist in neurologic physical therapy. He earned a Bachelor of Science in health and exercise science from Wake Forest University, a doctor of physical therapy degree from Duke University, and a PhD in educational research and policy analysis in adult education from North Carolina State University. He has extensive experience in clinical and didactic curriculum development, with a focus on integrated collaborative learning models. His research explores clinical learning partnerships and best practices in educational assessment in health professions. Covington previously served as president of APTA North Carolina (2016-2019) and has been a delegate to APTA’s House of Delegates for 12 terms.

September 23, 202654 min

Stacey Hanke, When AI Assisted Writing Doesn't Match Up With the Actual Leader, Trust Erodes Fast

Stacey Hanke is an international keynote speaker, CPAE Speaker Hall of Fame inductee, and one of the world’s leading experts on executive presence, influence, and leadership communication. For more than two decades, she has worked with leaders at nearly 100 Fortune 500 companies — including Microsoft, Google, American Express, Coca-Cola, Boeing, and FedEx — equipping them with the skills to command a room, earn trust, and be consistently perceived as the respected, influential leaders they intend to be. Stacey’s transformative, humor-filled presentations teach audiences to overcome modern communication hurdles with proven strategies that capture attention, authentically connect, and inspire people to take action. From high-stakes presentations to casual conversations, prepare to elevate your communication skills and executive presence, Monday to Monday®.

September 14, 202659 min

Andy Moye, Great Leaders Give People the Confidence They Can Trust, the Empathy They Can Feel and Purpose They Can Claim as Their Own

AndyMoyeis a seasoned commercial leader and corporate development executive who has worked across the molecular diagnostics, biotechnology and life sciences industries. Moyeserved as a Lieutenant and flight officer in the U.S. Navy, completing missions in Bosnia, Kosovo, Iraq, Europe, and South America. He received a Ph.D. in health economics from Walden University, MBA from the University of Florida and B.S. in physiology from the University of Arizona.

September 7, 20261 hr 2 min

Brad and Kiera Newbury, Saving Lives Isn't About One Person Getting a Second Chance, It is a Ripple Effect That Touches All the Lives They Touch

Brad Newbury, MPA, NRP Brad Newbury, MPA, NRP, is President and CEO of the National Medical Education & Training Center (NMETC) and co-author of The Saved Effect and The First Responder Advantage . With more than 40 years of experience as a firefighter, paramedic, educator, and leader, Brad has dedicated his career to preparing others to act confidently in emergencies. He is a nationally recognized speaker on EMS leadership, disaster preparedness, and emergency response. Kiera Newbury, BA, NREMT Kiera Newbury, BA, NREMT, is a Nationally Registered Emergency Medical Technician and co-author of The Saved Effect . With a background in psychology and emergency medicine, she combines clinical experience with a passion for storytelling to inspire others to be prepared and willing to act. Kiera has contributed to disaster medicine research and speaks on emergency preparedness, CPR, and mental health awareness.

August 31, 202651 min

Mike Krupit, Experience and Courage are Leadership Super Powers

Mike Krupit is the founder and CEO of Trajectify, where he helps growth-stage technology, manufacturing, and professional services companies bridge the gap between early success and scalable leadership. With more than 30 years of experience as a CTO, COO, and CEO, Mike has led organizations through rapid growth, IPOs, M&As, and even bankruptcies—giving him rare, real-world insight into what actually works when the stakes are high. Known for his practical, candid approach, he helps founders and CEOs build courage, align their organizations, and unlock momentum from the inside out.