Win Via Trust: The Trustworthy Dealmaker

Win Via Trust: Trust Highlights

This special episode of the Win Via Trust Leadership Podcastbrings together the most powerful and thought provoking moments from our first nine conversations. The season spans CEOs, military leaders, physician executives, nonprofit innovators, and creators who are reshaping how trust works in modern leadership. Across these standout clips, you will hear leaders define trust in their own words, share stories of accountability, explore how trust breaks and gets repaired, and reflect on the mentors who shaped their careers. You will also hear candid insights on artificial intelligence, ethics, and the evolving expectations of leadership in 2026. Featured Themes -What Trust Really Means - How Leaders Build and Lose Trust - Repairing Trust - AI and Trust - Mentors Who Shape Us Why This Episode Matters This highlightcollection serves as a reset and a chance to revisit the ideas that sparked the most reaction and reflection throughout the season. Whether you are a leader, builder, creator, or someone navigating trust in your own work, these insights offer a grounded and practical lens on what trust makes possible. Details 00:00 Welcome and Season Recap 00:59 Defining Trust 03:47 Trust Builds Scale 07:39 Handling Untrustworthy People 10:44 Repairing Trust and Apologies 12:40 The Role of AI 15:04 High Stakes Trust Military 16:49 Mentors 20:43 Trust Based Leadership Culture 22:01 Self Reflection and Closing About the Show Win ViaTrust is hosted by Michael Rabinowitz, author of Win Via Trust, now available on Amazon and other retailers. Each episode features direct conversations with leaders and newsmakers who are redefining how trust drives performance, culture, and impact. Produced by Intelluvia Media

Win Via Trust: The Trustworthy Dealmaker

What happens when a multimillion‑dollar research partnership collapses overnight? In this week’s Win Via Trust leadership podcast episode, Michael Rabinowitz sits down with Pamela “Pam” Demain, CEO of Prokaryotics, for a sharp, grounded conversation on how trust becomes a true leadership advantage in biotech and beyond. Pam’s definition of trust is both simple and powerful: honesty, respect, openness, active listening, and consistent follow‑through. She explains how those behaviors motivate teams, accelerate problem‑solving, and shape culture. We also explore: * Empowering women leaders and the Biotech CEO Sisterhood,   * The role and importance of alliance management, * A research collaboration that stalled and how trust reset the path forward, * How apology, used well, strengthens negotiations without losing leverage, * The crucial role of mentors, * and much more. A concise, insightful episode from a leader who has operated at every level of the industry. 00:00 Welcome and Introductions 01:13 Defining Trust in Leadership 02:58 Women Leaders and Trust 04:35 Deal Breakdown to Breakthrough 08:59 Relationship Building Playbook 11:57 Professional Boards and Networking 13:50 A Tough Negotiator Who Apologizes 16:22 Mentorship and Dad’s Lessons 18:46 Trust as Competitive Advantage 20:49 Closing Produced by Intelluvia Media.

Win Via Trust: Building Trust One Rep at a Time

How does a franchise win trust in a crowded fitness market? In this Win Via Trust leadership podcast episode, I talk with Eric Rothstein, former pharma marketer turned Spenga Springhouse franchise owner, about the one thing that keeps members coming back: trust built through consistent delivery. Eric breaks down how his franchise earns that trust withpersonalized coaching, clear outcomes, and zero surprises, driving attrition far below typical gyms. He shares the retention moves that matter—transparency, helping members define their “why,” and using change‑managementprinciples to turn good intentions into lasting habits. We also get into how he measures trust through NPS,attendance patterns, real conversations, and social proof, and how he adapts communication across a diverse team while keeping feedback flowing during constant change. Watch for a sharp look at how a franchise owner turns trust into a competitive edge. 00:00 Welcome and Introductions 01:19 Defining Trust in Leadership 05:46 Winning Customer Trust 08:05 Customer Retention 11:25 Measuring Trust and Feedback 13:18 Social Media Credibility 15:40 Leading a Diverse Team 18:36 Creating a Feedback Culture 21:42 Closing and Subscribe Produced by Intelluvia Media.

Win Via Trust: Titan of Social Services

If you want to understand trust, talk to the people whorebuild it every day. That’s why this week’s Win Via Trust leadership podcast features Kara Teeple, CEO of Lawrence Hall since 2015, one of Chicago’s most respected nonprofits serving young people and families who have experienced trauma, instability, and broken trust. In this full‑length conversation, we explore: * How leaders rebuild trust in environments where it’s been fractured * What it takes to create stability for people who’ve rarely experienced it * How nonprofit teams show up with consistency, clarity, and care * Why mission‑driven leadership often reveals the purest form of trust. It’s one of the most grounded and human discussions we’vehad on the show. 00:00 Welcome 02:01 Why Social Services 03:34 What Trust Means at Nonprofits 06:38 Earning Donor Confidence 11:01 Listening as a Leadership Skill 13:47 Trauma Informed Misconceptions 15:14 Women and Trust in Leadership 16:15 National Child Abuse Prevention Month efforts 18:02 Self Reflection and Closing  Produced by Intelluvia Media.

Win Via Trust: Much More Than Garbage

What does it take to earn trust in an industry most peoplenever think about, but rely on every single day? In this episode of the Win Via Trust Leadership Podcast, Michael Rabinowitz talks with James “Jim” Dancy, a longtime Waste Management executive who led operations across 26 states and 14 countries. Jim defines trust through integrity, character, and keeping your word, and recounts several workplace stories that offer valuable insights such as restoring public trust for the company in Oregon through transparency and direct communication. Jim also discusses building credibility internationally, navigating required partnerships, and a leadership approach grounded in listening, clarity, and steady communication.