Episodes

4 days ago
4 days ago
Care and empathy have never been more important, especially when it comes to focusing on health. Host Dr. Shanda Gore welcomes ProMedica President and CEO Mr. Arturo Polizzi who shares his insights on leading a 20,000-person health and well-being organization. He explains how the need to pivot impacts #leadership style, the importance of staying true to your "why" and #mission, and what the incorporation of #AI looks like in the everyday health care workspace.
This episode sponsored by Shannon Roof of Berkshire Hathaway Home Services

Wednesday Jun 04, 2025
Emotionally Intelligent Leadership (Episode #83)
Wednesday Jun 04, 2025
Wednesday Jun 04, 2025
The emotional health of a workforce is important, and the most effective leaders understand they have to understand and manage their own emotional intelligence. Host Dr. Shanda Gore welcomes Sacramento City College Dean and Emotional Intelligence expert Dr. Jennifer Laflam who discusses steps to manage triggers, address conflict management, and how to conquer emotions around interviews and demands of learning new technologies.
This episode sponsored by Shannon Roof of Berkshire Hathaway Home Services

Wednesday May 28, 2025
Closing Gifts, Opening Doors (Episode # 82)
Wednesday May 28, 2025
Wednesday May 28, 2025
Incorporating storytelling can help develop and motivate teams, which not only works for fundraising but also for marketing a service. Host Dr. Shanda Gore talks with Ms. Joy McKee, the Assistant Dean of Development and Alumni Relations, College and Graduate School of Arts and Sciences at Boston University and Ms. Barbara Tartaglia-Poure, a Managing Director with Carter, a global consulting firm that helps nonprofit organizations advance their philanthropic goals. Both were recent speakers at the Association of Fundraising Professionals conference.
This episode sponsored by Edward Jones - Financial Advisor: Jennifer Panczsyzyn

Wednesday May 21, 2025
Service Above Self (Episode #81)
Wednesday May 21, 2025
Wednesday May 21, 2025
As we approach the Memorial Day holiday, Host Dr. Shanda Gore talks with veteran, healthcare leader, and community advocate, Ms. Cindy Binkley, who shares how her clinical background and military service have shaped her leadership style, and how she stays passionate about service, both professionally and personally.
This episode sponsored by Financial Advisor Jennifer Panczyszyn

Wednesday May 14, 2025
Straight to the Point (Episode #80)
Wednesday May 14, 2025
Wednesday May 14, 2025
In this week's episode, Host Dr. Shanda Gore gets straight to the point on the role of communications in effective planning and leadership. Learn how direct, transparent, and strategic communication can streamline planning and enhance results.
This episode sponsored by Financial Advisor Jennifer Panscyczyn

Wednesday May 07, 2025
Flowing with Purpose (Episode #79)
Wednesday May 07, 2025
Wednesday May 07, 2025
Last month, we celebrated Earth Day and Arbor Day. But for many people, the message about protecting our planet and environmental stewardship is a lifelong commitment. Host Dr. Shanda Gore talks with Mr. Jesse Stock, Executive Director of Partners for Clean Streams, about the top characteristics of leading teams effectively and how education plays an important role in protecting our waterways.
This episode sponsored by Edward Jones Financial Advisor Jennifer Panczyszyn.

Wednesday Apr 30, 2025
The Power of Personal Branding (Episode #78)
Wednesday Apr 30, 2025
Wednesday Apr 30, 2025
Personal branding is essential for today’s leaders and telling your story can help elevate your influence. Host Dr. Shanda Gore explores the impact of personal branding with Mr. Adam Torres, entrepreneur, author, and co-founder of Mission Matters. Adam also hosts his own podcast that is in the top 2.5% of 3 million podcasts! Whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your brand, hear how personal branding can help you lead with purpose and impact.

Wednesday Apr 23, 2025
Driven By Design (Episode #77)
Wednesday Apr 23, 2025
Wednesday Apr 23, 2025
What does entrepreneurial leadership, education, immersive experiences, team building, and gaming all have in common? Host Dr. Shanda Gore welcomes a fellow Rotarian and Co-Founder and CEO of Alterea, Anahita Dalmia, who's company is developing a web-based video game for middle and high school students to promote digital literacy and resilience to misinformation. Hear how she’s leading her teams as they develop “Agents of Influence” to teach kids in determining what to trust online.

Wednesday Apr 16, 2025
The Fire Within (Episode #76)
Wednesday Apr 16, 2025
Wednesday Apr 16, 2025
From the firehouse to the written page…In this episode of The PinLeader Podcast, Host Dr. Shanda Gore has an inspiring interview with retired firefighter Derek Brown who wrote the book “Days of Happiness” and Toledo Firefighter Peris DeVohn Edwards, author of “Poetry of Life.” Together, they open up about the emotional realities of life as first responders, the healing power of writing, and how storytelling can fuel leadership and purpose.
This episode sponsored by Jody Zink Realtor

Wednesday Apr 09, 2025
Strategy to Sustainability (Episode #75)
Wednesday Apr 09, 2025
Wednesday Apr 09, 2025
In this episode, Host Dr. Shanda Gore explores the concept of sustainable leadership with internationally recognized leadership expert Niels Brabandt. Learn what it is, why it matters, and how leaders can implement it for long-term success.
This episode sponsored by Jody Zink Realtor