The Executive Shift with Kim Borchers

Kim Borchers

The Executive Shift explores how leadership decisions shape public outcomes. Hosted by Bird Dog Recruitment, the podcast features candid conversations with senior leaders who have navigated consequential career transitions into public service. Listeners gain practical insight into leadership, governance, and what it truly takes to serve effectively at the highest levels of state government.

Episodes

  1. APR 9

    S1 EP4: Kristen Cox | Leading Without Limits

    Kristen Cox, a nationally recognized leader in government transformation and a pioneer in applying the Theory of Constraints to the public sector, shares her remarkable journey as a leader who has navigated blindness while driving transformation at the highest levels of government. From delivering measurable improvements across Utah's $20B executive branch to navigating complex systems with clarity and purpose, Kristen offers both an inspiring story and a practical framework for real impact. This conversation challenges how we think about limitations, not as barriers, but as the starting point for meaningful, lasting change.

    43 min

  2. MAR 12

    S1 EP3: Dr. Steve Corsi's Journey to Public Service

    Today on the program, we're joined by Dr. Steve Corsi to talk about leadership when the pressure is on. How do you lead an organization under intense scrutiny, navigate crisis effectively, and ensure taxpayer resources are managed responsibly? We'll also discuss what it takes to bring leadership experience from other sectors into state government and lead in a way that truly serves the public.

    36 min

  3. FEB 12

    S1 EP2: Michael Lanahan | Leadership, Strategy, and Public Service

    In this episode, Kim sits down with Michael Lanahan, a government leadership expert, consultant, and executive coach, to explore what effective leadership looks like at the intersection of strategy, structure, and public service. They discuss: Leading organizations through transformation and growth Navigating leadership challenges across the public and private sectors Building structures that support long-term impact and mission-driven work About the Guest: Michael Lanahan is a government leadership expert, consultant, and executive coach who guides leaders at the intersection of strategy, structure, and public service. A former government executive and recovering attorney, he regularly partners with executives, boards, and teams across the public and private sectors to drive transformation, growth, and lasting impact. — Hosted by Kim Borchers

    31 min

  4. JAN 12

    S1 EPISODE 1: Adam Steen | From building business to rebuilding trust in government

    In the inaugural episode of The Executive Shift, Kim Borchers sits down with Adam Steen, candidate for governor of Iowa, to discuss leadership, public service, and the career moments that change everything. Adam reflects on his journey from professional baseball and ministry into state government—a transition that began when Bird Dog Recruitment & Consulting recruited him into Iowa government as Secretary of Administration. That experience reshaped his view of leadership, accountability, and service, and ultimately set the stage for his run for governor.

    26 min
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The Executive Shift explores how leadership decisions shape public outcomes. Hosted by Bird Dog Recruitment, the podcast features candid conversations with senior leaders who have navigated consequential career transitions into public service. Listeners gain practical insight into leadership, governance, and what it truly takes to serve effectively at the highest levels of state government.

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