Bringing your Authentic Self to Work with Sam Hill, Co-Founder of Success + Me

Leading Through Change

In this episode of The Leader's Abstract, Dr. Jeremy Rutter sits down with Lizzy Martin, inaugural president of CNY Rotary, to explore what it takes to lead through change in a volunteer-driven organization.Lizzy shares her journey from a young professional joining Rotary at age 25 to leading the historic merger of three Rotary districts into a single regional organization. Along the way, she discusses the unique challenges of leading volunteers, building trust during times of uncertainty, and helping people embrace new ways of working together.The conversation also explores the evolving face of Rotary, the importance of creating opportunities for emerging leaders, and how communication can be the difference between resistance and engagement. Whether you lead a nonprofit, a healthcare organization, a community group, or a business team, this episode offers practical insights on influence, change management, and building organizations that thrive through collaboration.Topics include:• Leading organizational change• Communicating through uncertainty• The challenges of volunteer leadership• Women and young professionals in leadership roles• Building community through service• The future of Rotary and civic engagement

Emerging Leaders and What they Really Need.

In this episode I sit down with Ami Schnauber , a healthcare executive with 20 years of experience in aging services. Ami and I discuss what emerging leaders really need when it comes to leadership training.

From Success to Significance: The Second Mountain of Leadership.

In this episode of The Leader’s Abstract, host Dr. Jeremy Rutter sits down with Dave Casullo, founder and CEO of Danelli Partners, to explore what it really means to move from success to significance in leadership.Dave shares his unconventional leadership journey, from rising through corporate leadership to ultimately discovering a deeper calling rooted in purpose, impact, and service. Together, Jeremy and Dave unpack the idea of the “second mountain” , the shift from achievement to meaning and what it takes to lead in a way that outlives you.

Digging out of the mud and finding balance, with special guest Joe Tomaino

In this episode of the Leader's Abstract Podcast, I sit down with Joe Tomaino, CEO of Grassi Healthcare Advisors, as we discuss Joe's 40 Year career in healthcare, and how he finds balance in the outdoors.

Bringing your Authentic Self to Work with Sam Hill, Co-Founder of Success + Me

In this episode I sit down with Sam Hill, Co-Founder of Success + Me, and discuss authentic leadership, Sam's personal journey, and how soft skills are hard work.