Breakthrough by Design

Breakthrough Bond: How building trust fuels winning teams with Aubrey Kingsbury

Uniting a team takes more than talent—it takes trust, openness, and the courage to embrace what makes each teammate unique. Washington Spirit's Aubrey Kingsbury and guest host Bec Heinrich dive deep into the art of bringing a "motley crew" together for lasting breakthroughs and real results. Their honest conversation delivers fresh perspectives and practical takeaways for anyone leading—or belonging to—a dynamic team. Listen in to hear how harnessing the strengths of a diverse squad can turn unique individuals into a championship team—on the field and beyond.

Breakthrough Blueprint: Building Innovation from Chaos with Katrina Stevens

Forget perfection—innovation is built in the balance between tech and tactile, failure and discovery. In this episode, Katrina Stevens shares why breakthroughs happen when we embrace chaos, experiment boldly, and let curiosity lead. Tune in for practical wisdom on building a growth mindset, leading teams through uncertainty, and helping people shape their own STEM identity—one experiment at a time.

Breakthrough Beyond: Why the future favors the curious with Mike Bechtel

What if the secret to innovation isn't having all the answers, but knowing which questions to ask? In this episode, Deloitte's Chief Futurist, Mike Bechtel, shares surprising stories from his eclectic career and explains why "resisting the rush to solutions" leads to real breakthroughs. Tune in for practical wisdom on navigating uncertainty, harnessing constraints, and communicating complex ideas with a human touch—all delivered with humor and insight. If you're ready to see the future differently, this episode is for you.

Breakthrough Boldness: Getting real in sports leadership and beyond with Tamika Tremaglio

What does it take to lead with authenticity—especially when the stakes are high and the spotlight is bright? Tamika Tremaglio, former Executive Director of the National Basketball Players Association, shares candid stories from her career in law, consulting, and sports, revealing how embracing vulnerability, learning from failure, and leading with kindness have shaped her approach to leadership. Discover how "getting real" builds trust, unlocks growth, and drives positive change. If you want to learn how top leaders stay grounded and inspire others, this episode is a must-listen.

Breakthrough Bravery: Challenging the status quo with Pieter Du Preez

Despite being paralyzed in an accident in the prime of his pro-cycling career, Pieter du Preez persevered to pursue his dreams at the highest level of sport – breaking records in marathons, Ironman competitions and ultimately winning gold in the Paralympic Games. In this episode, Pieter shares how his positive and resilient mindset has driven him forward and how reaching for small goals along the journey (starting with one sock at a time!) can add up to the big goals that may seem impossible.