How CEOs Can Take Ownership With Shawndel Spader

How To Have Better Relationships With Charmaine Heard

Our agency rainmaker of the week is Charmaine Heard. As the author of The Courage to Rise and a highly credentialed international relationship coach, Charmaine helps individuals and teams discover the clarity, trust, and connection they need to thrive. Clients who work with her often report finding more trust in their teams, collaboration instead of conflict, and a clear path to accelerated success. They uncover the tools to break through unhealthy patterns, build genuine self-worth, and lead with confidence.The essence of Charmaine's work is rooted in helping clients solve the challenges that keep them awake at night, whether it’s navigating difficult relationships, overcoming self-doubt, or fostering a culture of trust and collaboration. By addressing these "3 am problems," she empower individuals and teams to create meaningful connections and achieve lasting transformation.With a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing and over 20 years of leadership experience, including roles as Director of Programs and Vice President of Operations, Charmaine brings a unique perspective to personal and professional development. Her approach blends personal insight with practical strategies, guiding clients to unlock the emotional intelligence needed to inspire trust, foster collaboration, and achieve their goals.Together, we identify and dismantle obstacles that hinder growth. The result? Healthy, cohesive relationships that drive personal and professional success.https://indiebooksintl.comSeason 4, Episode 27

How To Build Relationships With Podcasts With Bela Musits

Our agency rainmaker of the week is Bela Musits. Bela's focus is on guiding organizations through transformational change in today's complex environment. As a recently retired professional, he leverages extensive technology leadership experience, honed at both the board of directors (BOD) and C-levels, to assist organizations with product strategy, market positioning, and growth objectives.Bela's background is diverse, encompassing corporate applied research, technology startups, and higher education at both graduate and undergraduate levels. As Interim President and Dean of the Business School, he successfully facilitated the merger of Union Graduate College with Clarkson University. As Vice-President of Academic Programs, he led the development of numerous novel graduate and undergraduate programs. Prior to transitioning into higher education, Bela co-founded a venture fund that managed over $75 million. He also served as President of a sporting goods manufacturing business, successfully guiding its turnaround and subsequent sale. Furthermore, he co-founded a medical device company, spun out of IBM Research, which secured venture capital funding and achieved a successful initial public offering (IPO).Bela's career journey includes various senior management and technical roles at prominent corporate research labs such as IBM and GE, where he focused on technology development and commercialization. https://indiebooksintl.comSeason 4, Episode 26

How To Get Booked As A Speaker With Jarrod Lopiccolo

Our agency rainmaker of the week is Jarrod Lopiccolo. Jarrod is the Co-founder and CEO of Noble Studios, a creative digital performance marketing agency. Under his leadership, the company has grown from a small startup to an international firm serving brands such as Autodesk, The Islands of Tahiti, Niantic Inc., Adobe, Disney, Visa and Google.With a background in architecture, Jarrod applies principles of real-world design to digital marketing, focusing on creating effective user experiences. He maintains an interest in travel and new technologies, often incorporating insights from these experiences into his work.Jarrod has held leadership roles with several non-profit and public-private initiatives in Nevada. His past positions include Co-Executive Director of the San Francisco/Silicon Valley Inc. Magazine's Business Owners Council and advisory board member for NCET (Nevada Center for Entrepreneurship & Technology).Jarrod has spoken at various industry events, including Destinations International's Annual Convention, Social Media Week Bristol, eTourism, DMA West, Destination International, and many more. In addition, he regularly speaks at universities. He has also been featured on several podcasts, sharing his insights on leadership, digital marketing and entrepreneurship. Based in Reno, Nevada, Jarrod maintains an interest in emerging technologies and their potential applications in digital marketing. He regularly attends industry-moving events like the Consumer Electronics Show (CES), SxSW, Cannes Lions Festival of Creativity, ESTO, eTourism, TAAN, and more.https://indiebooksintl.comSeason 4, Episode 25

How CEOs Can Take Ownership With Shawndel Spader

Our agency rainmaker of the week is Shawndel Spader. Shawndel is the powerhouse behind Spader Group, LLC. She earned her degree in Business Management and Accounting from Rasmussen Business College. She has over 25 years of experience with office management in businesses of various sizes. Her experience and education allow her to relate to a diverse group of clients. From auto body to contractors to software and medical device companies, Shawndel has experience working with many different companies. Shawndel began the Spader Group because she saw a great opportunity to build her business model on helping other businesses succeed by providing services that would save them overhead costs. She saw a need for business owners to have affordable and reliable business solutions to allow them to achieve maximum success.As a small business owner, Shawndel recognizes the value of time. Her mission is to deliver a service that will allow business owners to “work on your business, not in your business.” This gives business owners the gift of time to grow their client base, focus on marketing, or to just focus on their strongest skillset and enjoy owning a business.https://indiebooksintl.comSeason 4, Episode 24

How To Make Connections Through Podcasting With Doug Sandler

Our agency rainmaker of the week is Doug Sandler. Doug has interviewed hundreds of business leaders. As co-host of The Nice Guys on Business Podcast and an interviewer, Doug has interviewed digital marketing guru Gary Vaynerchuk, media superstar Arianna Huffington, ABC’s Dan Harris, Celebrity Apprentice Jeffrey Hayzlett, NY Times and Wall Street Journal best-seller Jeffrey Gitomer, and dozens of celebs and business leaders. As an author, Doug’s book, Nice Guys Finish First, is an Amazon best seller. Doug is a nationally recognized speaker and shares his Nice Guy’s relationship building message with businesses across the country. As Turnkey’s concept development expert, Doug works directly with clients on podcast planning and development.https://indiebooksintl.comSeason 4, Episode 23