The Leader Next Door

Leading with Purpose & Planet in Mind - Amanda Curtis

In this episode of The Leader Next Door, host Nader Dawood welcomes Amanda Curtis, Special Waste Manager at American Waste Control. With over 14 years in the industry, Amanda shares her journey from consulting to leading sustainability initiatives, mentoring future leaders, and serving her community through organizations like the NWRA Women’s Council and Tulsa’s Christmas Parade Board. Discover how Amanda blends environmental responsibility with servant leadership to create a lasting impact—at work and beyond. 👉 Tune in for real talk on leadership, purpose, and giving back.  🌍 Whether you're in business, public service, or just want to make a difference, Amanda’s story will inspire you to lead with both heart and vision.  “You’re listening to The Leader Next Door—real stories, honest lessons, and leadership at every level. Powered by Aspire Training LLC—train the leader, transform the workplace.”  “Thanks for listening to The Leader Next Door. If today’s story inspired you, share it with someone else walking their leadership path. To learn more or connect with us, visit AspireTrainingLLC.com [https://aspiretrainingllc.com]. Because leadership lives next door—and their story might just sound like yours.”

Healing Leadership – A Conversation with JoBeth Rowe

🎧 Episode 3 – “Healing Leadership: A Conversation with JoBeth Rowe” In this heartfelt episode, Matthew Rowe sits down with his sister-in-law, JoBeth Rowe, Associate Director at Bridges Out of Poverty OKC and the recipient of the 2024 Community Health Champion Award from the Oklahoma Turning Point Council. JoBeth shares her leadership journey—from nearly two decades in pediatric dental care to becoming a trauma-informed community leader building resilience and hope across Oklahoma City. Together, they explore what it means to lead with compassion, how trauma-informed care shapes her work, and the personal commitment behind helping others rise. If you’ve ever wondered how leadership shows up in healing spaces, this episode will leave you encouraged and inspired.  “You’re listening to The Leader Next Door—real stories, honest lessons, and leadership at every level. Powered by Aspire Training LLC—train the leader, transform the workplace.”  “Thanks for listening to The Leader Next Door. If today’s story inspired you, share it with someone else walking their leadership path. To learn more or connect with us, visit AspireTrainingLLC.com [https://aspiretrainingllc.com]. Because leadership lives next door—and their story might just sound like yours.”

Leading with Perspective: A Conversation with Ryan Rowe

In this special episode, host Matthew Rowe sits down with his brother, Ryan Rowe, Chief Financial Analyst at the Oklahoma Insurance Department, to explore what leadership looks like behind the numbers. From his early years in banking to leading high-stakes financial teams in a regulated environment, Ryan shares honest lessons, key challenges, and pivotal moments that shaped his career. They also take a walk down memory lane, adding a personal layer to this inspiring conversation. Whether you're new to leadership or managing teams in complex systems, this episode offers wisdom, perspective, and real connection.  “You’re listening to The Leader Next Door—real stories, honest lessons, and leadership at every level. Powered by Aspire Training LLC—train the leader, transform the workplace.”  “Thanks for listening to The Leader Next Door. If today’s story inspired you, share it with someone else walking their leadership path. To learn more or connect with us, visit AspireTrainingLLC.com [https://aspiretrainingllc.com]. Because leadership lives next door—and their story might just sound like yours.”

The Stories Behind Aspire

In this premiere episode of The Leader Next Door, hosts Matthew Rowe and Nader Dawood—co-founders of Aspire Training LLC—open up about their personal leadership journeys and the real-life experiences that sparked their vision to launch Aspire. You’ll hear how their paths crossed, what challenges shaped their growth, and why they believe investing in everyday leaders is the key to transforming workplaces. Joining them is special guest Tymon Noveskey, CEO & Head of Operations at Aspire, who shares his own leadership story—one filled with growth, humility, and valuable lessons from the frontlines of leadership. Whether you're an aspiring leader or managing a team of your own, this episode sets the stage for what's to come: honest conversations, meaningful stories, and leadership that feels a little closer to home.  “You’re listening to The Leader Next Door—real stories, honest lessons, and leadership at every level. Powered by Aspire Training LLC—train the leader, transform the workplace.”  “Thanks for listening to The Leader Next Door. If today’s story inspired you, share it with someone else walking their leadership path. To learn more or connect with us, visit AspireTrainingLLC.com [https://aspiretrainingllc.com]. Because leadership lives next door—and their story might just sound like yours.”