Building Great Leaders

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What does leadership mean? How can I lead within my role? What are the lessons APi Group leaders have learned throughout their careers? The Building Great Leaders podcast aims to answer these questions and more! Leaders will share their personal stories, the mindsets that helped them excel, and the behaviors they use to positively influence others. We hope to inspire listeners to be better leaders at work, in their communities, and in their homes.

  1. FEB 11

    The Power of Alignment: Navigating Head, Heart, and Gut in Leadership

    In this episode, Sengdara Grue, APi Group's Vice President of IT, Planning, Execution and Delivery, shares her journey from first-generation refugee to leading high-level technical transformations. She discusses the grit instilled by her family's sacrifices, the importance of aligning head, heart, and gut in leadership, and her commitment to "lifting and pulling up" others in the tech landscape. Sengdara also explores how intentional habits like the 5 a.m. Club build the resilience needed to lead with purpose, in both life and business.

    38 min

  2. JAN 20

    Values-Based Leadership and Scaling Beyond Expertise

    In this episode, Cutter Tyllia, Vice-President of Transformation at APi Group, shares his transition from leading an operating company to driving API Group's enterprise transformation. He discusses shifting from subject matter expertise to leading through influence and vulnerability, reflecting on his father's leadership legacy and the importance of mental resilience in balancing a high-stakes career with family.

    39 min

  3. 12/23/2025

    Overcoming Fear & Controlling the Controllables

    In this episode, Rose Misiewicz, Department Manager of Roofing & Architectural Metals at Jamar Company, discusses her unique transition from architecture student to construction leader. Rose shares her insights on overcoming the fear of failure, the importance of "controlling the controllables" in both business and sports, and her experience as a pioneer in operational leadership. She also dives into her rewarding role as a coach for the U.S. Women's National Sled Hockey team and how elite athletics informs her approach to team development and professional growth.

    30 min

  4. 12/02/2025

    Embracing a Leadership Mindset to Empower Your Team

    In this episode, Tino Delgadillo, a Project Manager with MP Nexlevel, shares his journey from the field to office, the leadership mindset he's embraced, how he's improved work-life balance, and more.

    21 min

  5. 11/13/2025

    Forging an Impactful Leadership Career

    In this episode, Salvatore Chitarra, the Managing Director of Chubb France, shares about his incredible journey as he is set to retire at the end of this year. He reveals the importance of building an exemplary, deeply committed team and offers advice on mentorship, generational knowledge sharing, and the often-overlooked necessity of preparing for retirement while still fully committed to the job.

    23 min

  6. 10/21/2025

    More Than Just a High-Five: Building a Culture of Courageous Safety

    Have you ever received a safety high-five?  In this episode, Brian Mesmer, Segment Safety Leader for APi Group's Safety Segment, shares his journey in the industry and reveals what it takes to create a culture of safety that goes beyond regulations and truly cares for people.

    37 min

  7. 09/30/2025

    A Conversation on Career Risks, Personal Growth, and the Power of Self-Reflection

    In this episode, Sarah O'Donnell, Director of Recurring Revenue at Davis-Ulmer, discusses the importance of curiosity, building relationships to overcome imposter syndrome, and the power of self-reflection. She also explores the value of good feedback as a gift for both the giver and the receiver, and the immense benefits of taking calculated risks in your career.

    43 min

  8. 09/03/2025

    Don't Close the Door on Yourself

    In this episode, Steve Arsenault, Chief Information Officer of APi Group, shares his unconventional career journey and how it shaped his unique perspective on leadership and technology. He reveals how change-ready mindset is the most crucial skill to have in today's fast-paced corporate world, the importance of leveraging data, and the way we can foster innovation from the ground up in order to navigate the challenges of a modernizing business.

    35 min
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What does leadership mean? How can I lead within my role? What are the lessons APi Group leaders have learned throughout their careers? The Building Great Leaders podcast aims to answer these questions and more! Leaders will share their personal stories, the mindsets that helped them excel, and the behaviors they use to positively influence others. We hope to inspire listeners to be better leaders at work, in their communities, and in their homes.

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  • Creator
    APi Group
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    123
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Trademark 2020
  • Show Website
    Building Great Leaders

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