Leading Visionaries Podcast

Anjel B Hartwell & The Creative Age Consulting Group
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Featuring the world’s most impressive emerging and established Leading Visionaries this is the podcast where audiences can expect stellar conversations that spotlight, celebrate and elevate our incredible guests in every industry and field of expertise including new emergent fields that might not be on everyone’s radar. Our guest list and our audience is made up of the people on this planet who are thinking differently, seeing new possibilities, and have the courage to dream big, take inspired action & create conscious change on an epic and often global scale. Designed and intended to support Leading Visionaries to be seen, heard & supported in the full realization of their ingenious, insightful, innovative and inspired ideas, this show is dedicated to those who are wholeheartedly contributing to what matters most - A thriving earth, thriving relationships, and co-creating in ways that are playful, pleasurable and profitable. We intend to leverage this production in service to activating the field of consciousness in order to receive and thoroughly nourish the changes that Leading Visionaries were destined to deliver into reality while also supporting them to be living a legendary legacy life that feels fun and fulfilling. Our interview guests are leaders who have already made an impact within their organizations or orbits of influence and they want to be connected with capital resources and other powerful visionaries who can take their vision to the next level.   They bring insight and illumination to the process of getting visions to come into reality - including getting real about getting investments! We also love to connect our guests and listeners to great sources of capital investment, future business partners, and a network of other supportive leading visionaries for opportunities to collaborate.  

  1. Science the Courage to Build Peace Across Borders with Zafra Lerman - 140

    2d ago

    Science the Courage to Build Peace Across Borders with Zafra Lerman - 140

    What if science could accomplish what politics cannot? In this episode of the Leading Visionaries, host Anjel B. Hartwell sits down with Zafra Lerman, an internationally recognized chemist, educator, and humanitarian. Zafra shares how she has spent decades using science diplomacy to unite scientists across some of the world's most divided regions. If you've ever wondered what it truly takes to lead with courage, influence others around a bold vision, and create lasting global impact, this conversation offers an inspiring masterclass in purpose-driven leadership. What You Will LearnHow leadership often begins long before someone realizes they are a leader. Why courage is built through values and purpose rather than fearlessness. How Zafra risked her own safety to support imprisoned scientists and political dissidents. The role science can play as a bridge between nations in conflict. Why science diplomacy often succeeds where political diplomacy fails. How creative teaching methods can make science accessible to everyone. Why persuasion and relationship-building are essential leadership skills. How childhood experiences shaped Zafra's lifelong commitment to service. What it takes to bring together scientists from countries at war. How one person's persistence can create opportunities for peace that seemed impossible. FAQ:What is science diplomacy? Science diplomacy is the use of scientific collaboration to improve relationships between countries, solve global challenges, and build trust across political, cultural, or ideological divides. Dr. Zafra Lerman believes science diplomacy can succeed where traditional diplomacy often fails because scientists can work together around shared goals regardless of political differences. What are the Malta Conferences? The Malta Conferences are international scientific conferences that bring together researchers from across the Middle East, including nations with long-standing political conflicts. The conferences provide a neutral environment where scientists collaborate on issues such as water, health, sustainability, and environmental challenges while building lasting professional relationships. How does science promote peace? Science promotes peace by creating opportunities for people from different countries and backgrounds to collaborate on solving shared problems. Working together on scientific research builds trust, encourages open communication, and helps participants focus on common goals rather than political differences. Connect with Zafra LermanWebsite Leading Visionaries Podcast Join the Leading Visionaries Community Make a Donation to Support the Show Creative Age Consulting Group

    30 min
  2. Building an Investment-Grade Med Spa Empire with Dr. Dia Burger - 139

    Jun 23

    Building an Investment-Grade Med Spa Empire with Dr. Dia Burger - 139

    What does it take to transform deep expertise into a scalable, investment-grade business? In this special anniversary episode of the Leading Visionaries, host Anjel B. Hartwell sits down with Dr. Dia Burger, founder of Stiletto Med Spa, the International Med Spa Academy, and the Million Dollar Med Spa Method. With more than 30 years of medical experience and two decades in aesthetics, Dr. Dia shares how her vision evolved from operating a highly successful med spa to creating a global chain of premium med spas designed for exceptional client outcomes and strong investor returns. She discusses the importance of leadership, intellectual property, business systems, ethical practices, and trusting your intuition when building something extraordinary. This inspiring conversation explores the intersection of vision, innovation, profitability, and purpose while revealing what it takes to create a business that is both scalable and sustainable. What You Will LearnHow vision often emerges through a combination of frustration, reflection, and faith. Why leading visionaries must continually refine and narrow their focus to achieve greater impact. The importance of having trusted advisors who can reflect blind spots and accelerate growth. How Dr. Dia evolved from helping investors build med spas to creating her own global med spa brand. Why safety, integrity, and client outcomes are foundational to sustainable business success. How undervaluing your expertise can leave significant opportunities and revenue on the table. The difference between being a skilled practitioner and being an effective business owner. Why intellectual property and proven systems create long-term business value. How efficiency, not volume, drives exceptional results in medical aesthetics. The leadership lessons required to scale a vision into a world-class organization. Why protecting standards and execution is critical when expanding a successful model. How investors benefit from businesses built on proven systems and measurable performance. FAQ:How can med spa owners increase profitability without increasing treatment volume? Dr. Dia explains that profitability comes from efficiency rather than simply performing more procedures. By improving systems, client experience, injector performance, operational workflows, and business processes, med spas can significantly increase revenue without sacrificing quality. What leadership skills are necessary to scale a business successfully? Successful business leaders must balance empathy with strong business decision-making. Dr. Dia emphasizes the importance of setting boundaries, understanding the value of your expertise, building systems that scale, and seeking trusted advisors who can identify blind spots and accelerate growth. How do investors benefit from investing in med spa businesses? Investors benefit when med spas are built on proven systems that create predictable revenue, operational efficiency, and strong profit margins. Dr. Dia's model focuses on creating investment-grade businesses designed for long-term scalability and attractive returns. Connect with Dr. Dia BurgerLinkedIn Leading Visionaries Podcast Join the Leading Visionaries Community Make a Donation to Support the Show Creative Age Consulting Group

    31 min
  3. How Adversity Becomes Your Leadership Advantage with Savio P. Clemente with Savio P. Clemente - 138

    Jun 16

    How Adversity Becomes Your Leadership Advantage with Savio P. Clemente with Savio P. Clemente - 138

    What happens after the crisis is over, but clarity still hasn't returned? In this episode of the Leading Visionaries, host Anjel B. Hartwell sits down with Savio P. Clemente, keynote speaker, TEDx presenter, journalist, wellness coach, bestselling author, and two-time cancer survivor. After conducting more than 2,000 interviews with global leaders and navigating two life-altering cancer journeys, Savio developed the Adaptive Resilience Leadership Framework to help leaders remain grounded, make better decisions under pressure, and transform adversity into wisdom. Get ready to explore the difference between vision and goals, the importance of leading yourself before leading others, and how life's unexpected challenges often become the training ground for greater leadership. What You Will LearnWhat adaptive resilience leadership is and why it matters in today's uncertain world. Why vision is different from goal setting and how visionary leaders operate. How personal adversity can become a catalyst for leadership growth. Why self-leadership is the foundation of effective leadership. How silence and stillness can create clarity during times of crisis. The mindset shifts that helped Savio navigate cancer twice. How psychological distancing can help leaders make better decisions under pressure. Why surrendering to circumstances is different from giving up. The role of metacognition in building resilience and self-awareness. How the ALOHA framework can help individuals reconnect with themselves and move forward with courage. FAQ:What is adaptive resilience leadership? Adaptive resilience leadership is the ability to remain flexible, grounded, and clear-headed during adversity while developing strategies that help navigate uncertainty and high-pressure situations effectively. How can leaders stay calm during a crisis? Leaders can stay calm during a crisis by focusing on what they can control, practicing self-awareness, using reflection and stillness, and developing resilience strategies that help them respond rather than react. Why is self-leadership important? Self-leadership is important because leaders who can regulate their emotions, manage challenges, and maintain clarity are better equipped to guide teams and organizations through difficult situations. ResourcesSavio P. Clemente Website Leading Visionaries Podcast Join the Leading Visionaries Community Make a Donation to Support the Show Creative Age Consulting Group

    29 min
  4. Leadership of Radical Self-Belief with Michelle J. Lamont - 137

    Jun 9

    Leadership of Radical Self-Belief with Michelle J. Lamont - 137

    What does it take to turn unimaginable adversity into a life of impact, purpose, and abundance? In this episode of the Leading Visionaries, host Anjel B. Hartwell sits down with Michelle J. Lamont, podcaster, leading manifestation guru, and master mindset coach. Michelle shares her extraordinary journey from losing her mother as a child, surviving abuse and multiple suicide attempts, to building successful businesses and helping others transform their lives through mindset and manifestation. This conversation is a testament to the power of believing in your vision, refusing to accept limitations, and choosing transformation over surrender. What You Will LearnHow self-leadership can help you overcome even the most difficult life circumstances. Why healing unresolved trauma is essential for personal and professional growth. How limiting beliefs can prevent entrepreneurs from taking action on their vision. Why resourcefulness is often more important than having financial resources. How persistence and creativity helped build a million-dollar business from almost nothing. The importance of finding people who believe in your vision when you need support. How spiritual experiences can influence personal growth and decision-making. Why rejection is not the end of the road for visionary leaders. How mindset shifts can create new opportunities and possibilities. Why impact ultimately creates a deeper legacy than income alone. FAQ:What is self-leadership and why is it important? Self-leadership is the ability to guide your own thoughts, behaviors, and decisions toward meaningful goals. It is important because it helps individuals navigate challenges, overcome setbacks, and stay aligned with their vision even during difficult circumstances. How can entrepreneurs overcome limiting beliefs? Entrepreneurs can overcome limiting beliefs by identifying negative thought patterns, challenging assumptions, developing new empowering beliefs, and taking consistent action despite uncertainty. What role does mindset play in business success? Mindset influences how people respond to challenges, opportunities, risk, and failure. A growth-oriented mindset helps entrepreneurs stay resilient, adaptable, and focused on solutions rather than obstacles. Resources:Michelle J. Lamont Website Podcast: Manifesting Miracles Leading Visionaries Podcast Join the Leading Visionaries Community Make a Donation to Support the Show Creative Age Consulting Group

    29 min
  5. How AI Is Transforming Human Connection with Makaeel Sheikh - 136

    Jun 2

    How AI Is Transforming Human Connection with Makaeel Sheikh - 136

    What if you had a coach sitting beside you during every important conversation? In this episode of the Leading Visionaries, host Anjel B. Hartwell sits down with Makaeel Sheikh, Founder & CEO of NūrAI, an innovative communication intelligence platform designed to help people communicate more effectively in real time. Drawing from his background as a scientist at Genentech and his passion for solving human-centered challenges, Makaeel shares how his journey from biotechnology to entrepreneurship led him to create AI-powered tools that illuminate hidden communication patterns. Get ready to explore the future of communication, the role of AI in enhancing human connection, the realities of startup funding, and the leadership mindset required to bring a bold vision to life. What You Will LearnHow a scientific approach can be applied to solving communication challenges. Why communication is one of the most important leadership skills in today's world. How real-time AI coaching can improve conversations, presentations, and meetings. The inspiration behind creating NurAI and its mission to enhance human communication. What communication signals influence how others perceive us. How AI can be used to support personal growth rather than replace human interaction. Why privacy and data security must be built into AI products from the beginning. How founders can bootstrap and build lean while validating a new product. The importance of leadership through humility, collaboration, and curiosity. Why vision often starts with identifying a problem in your own life. FAQ:How can AI help improve communication skills? AI can analyze communication patterns such as tone, pacing, clarity, interruptions, and engagement levels. By providing real-time feedback and insights, AI tools can help individuals become more effective communicators during meetings, presentations, interviews, and other important conversations. What is communication intelligence? Communication intelligence refers to the ability to analyze and understand verbal and nonverbal communication signals to improve interactions. It combines data, behavioral science, and technology to provide insights that help people communicate more effectively. Can AI provide feedback during live conversations? Yes. Some communication intelligence platforms are designed to provide real-time guidance during virtual meetings. These tools can offer suggestions related to pacing, clarity, engagement, and conversational dynamics while the conversation is happening. Resources: Makaeel Sheikh NūrAI Leading Visionaries Podcast Join the Leading Visionaries Community Make a Donation to Support the Show Creative Age Consulting Group

    29 min
  6. Lessons from the Fireground with Mark Andrew - 135

    May 26

    Lessons from the Fireground with Mark Andrew - 135

    What does leadership look like when lives are on the line? In this episode of the Leading Visionaries, host Anjel B. Hartwell sits down with Mark Andrew, 30-year fire service veteran and author of Leading Through the Heat. Mark shares how his childhood dream of becoming a firefighter led him into a decades-long career serving in dangerous, high-stakes environments where leadership decisions carried real consequences. He also opens up about the unexpected journey of becoming an author and why he felt called to write his book, Leading Through the Heat. This episode is packed with practical leadership wisdom for entrepreneurs, managers, team leaders, and anyone navigating responsibility in challenging environments. What You Will Learn: Why effective leadership starts with self-awareness. How firefighters use failure as a tool for growth and improvement. The importance of decisiveness in leadership roles. What it means to protect your team as a leader. How after-action reviews strengthen communication and performance. Why leadership requires continuous learning and adaptation. The difference between managing people and truly leading them. How real-world pressure reveals leadership strengths and weaknesses. What aspiring authors need to know about promoting a book. Why leadership principles from emergency services apply to every industry. FAQ: Why is self-awareness important in leadership? Self-awareness helps leaders recognize their strengths, weaknesses, and impact on others. Leaders who are self-aware can adapt, improve communication, make better decisions, and create healthier workplace cultures. How do strong leaders handle failure? Strong leaders treat failure as an opportunity to learn rather than something to hide. By reviewing mistakes honestly, identifying lessons, and improving systems or training, leaders help teams grow stronger and more resilient. What is an after-action review? An after-action review is a structured discussion used after an event or project to evaluate what worked, what didn’t, and what could improve next time. These reviews help teams continuously learn and improve performance. Resource: Mark Andrew Book: Leading Through the Heat Leading Visionaries Podcast Join the Leading Visionaries Community Make a Donation to Support the Show Creative Age Consulting Group

    29 min
  7. How Better Decisions Create Better Leaders with Kylee Ingram - 134

    May 19

    How Better Decisions Create Better Leaders with Kylee Ingram - 134

    What if the biggest thing holding back your business, leadership, or vision isn’t strategy but the way decisions are being made behind the scenes? In this episode of the Leading Visionaries, host Anjel B. Hartwell sits down with Kylee Ingram, CEO and co-founder of Wizer, a decision science platform helping organisations make smarter, more inclusive decisions by mapping expertise and diversity. From building television productions seen around the world to creating a platform designed to improve organizational decision-making, Kylie shares how bold ideas become reality and why the right people in the room matter more than ever. If you are building something meaningful and want to make smarter decisions while leading with more confidence and clarity, this episode is packed with insight. What You Will Learn: How visionary leaders learn to trust and test their ideas instead of waiting for perfection. Why innovation often starts before anyone fully knows what they are doing. What cognitive diversity is and why it leads to stronger decision-making. How inclusive leadership helps teams collaborate more effectively. Why emotional intelligence is critical when leading people through change. How understanding decision-making styles can improve communication and pitching. What founders should know before seeking investors or scaling a company. How to identify the right people to include in important business decisions. Why many organizations unintentionally make poor decisions because of bias. How successful leaders balance ambition, risk, and personal fulfillment. FAQ:Why is cognitive diversity important for leadership teams? Cognitive diversity brings together people who think differently, solve problems differently, and approach decisions from unique perspectives. Teams with cognitive diversity are often more innovative, adaptable, and effective at solving complex problems. How can entrepreneurs improve their leadership skills? Entrepreneurs can improve leadership skills by developing emotional intelligence, listening without defensiveness, surrounding themselves with honest feedback, and learning how to communicate vision clearly to others. What are common biases that affect business decisions? Some common biases include social bias, information bias, and capacity bias. These biases can limit who gets included in conversations, what information is considered, and how decisions are ultimately made. Connect with Kylee IngramWizer Leading Visionaries Podcast Join the Leading Visionaries Community Make a Donation to Support the Show Creative Age Consulting Group

    30 min
  8. Go Confidently Into Your Next Chapter with Julie Delucca-Collins - 133

    May 12

    Go Confidently Into Your Next Chapter with Julie Delucca-Collins - 133

    What if the next chapter of your life is not a detour, but an invitation? In this episode of the Leading Visionaries, host Anjel B. Hartwell sits down with Julie Delucca-Collins, business strategist, TEDx speaker, award-winning author, founder of Go Confidently Services, and host of the Casa de Confidence podcast. Julie shares how being laid off during the pandemic became the doorway into entrepreneurship, podcasting, authorship, and deeper purpose. This conversation explores confidence, courage, self-leadership, business strategy, and what it means to create impact while honoring the season of life you are in. What You Will LearnHow vision can guide the next chapter even when the full picture is not clear. Why confidence often comes from showing up before you feel ready. How midlife can become a powerful season of reinvention and renewed purpose. What it means to build a business around your gifts, mission, and lived experience. How small, consistent self-leadership practices support bigger vision and impact. Why women entrepreneurs need systems, support, and strategy to stop being the best-kept secret. FAQ:What is the difference between vision and goals in business? Vision is the bigger picture of what you want your life and business to become, while goals are the smaller steps that help bring that vision into reality. A strong vision creates direction and clarity for decision-making. What are simple self-leadership habits that help business owners avoid burnout? Simple self-leadership habits include creating healthy routines, prioritizing rest, moving your body regularly, setting boundaries, and building intentional margin into your schedule to support long-term success. How do you know when it is time to start a new chapter in life or business? Often, there are signs of restlessness, misalignment, or a feeling that you are meant for more. Major transitions, setbacks, or unexpected changes can become opportunities to pursue a more aligned path. Connect with Julie Delucca-CollinsGo Confidently Coaching Podcast: Welcome to Casa De Confidence Book: Confident You - The Raw Conversations: Real Stories of Courage, Healing, and Redefining Confidence Book: Confident You: Simple habits to live the life you have imagined Leading Visionaries Podcast Join the Leading Visionaries Community Make a Donation to Support the Show Creative Age Consulting Group

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Featuring the world’s most impressive emerging and established Leading Visionaries this is the podcast where audiences can expect stellar conversations that spotlight, celebrate and elevate our incredible guests in every industry and field of expertise including new emergent fields that might not be on everyone’s radar. Our guest list and our audience is made up of the people on this planet who are thinking differently, seeing new possibilities, and have the courage to dream big, take inspired action & create conscious change on an epic and often global scale. Designed and intended to support Leading Visionaries to be seen, heard & supported in the full realization of their ingenious, insightful, innovative and inspired ideas, this show is dedicated to those who are wholeheartedly contributing to what matters most - A thriving earth, thriving relationships, and co-creating in ways that are playful, pleasurable and profitable. We intend to leverage this production in service to activating the field of consciousness in order to receive and thoroughly nourish the changes that Leading Visionaries were destined to deliver into reality while also supporting them to be living a legendary legacy life that feels fun and fulfilling. Our interview guests are leaders who have already made an impact within their organizations or orbits of influence and they want to be connected with capital resources and other powerful visionaries who can take their vision to the next level.   They bring insight and illumination to the process of getting visions to come into reality - including getting real about getting investments! We also love to connect our guests and listeners to great sources of capital investment, future business partners, and a network of other supportive leading visionaries for opportunities to collaborate.  

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  • Creator
    Anjel B Hartwell & The Creative Age Consulting Group
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    166
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