Well Being Walks with Kip Hollister The Hollister Group, Inc.

Niren Chaudhary is the Chairman of the Board of Panera Brands, one of the world’s largest fast casual restaurant companies with nearly 4,000 locations in 10 countries. Prior to becoming Chairman in 2023, Niren served as CEO of Panera Brands. During his four-year tenure, he increased the company’s pace of innovation, strengthened franchisee partnerships and led the creation of a strong, people-first culture, resulting in industry-leading retention rates for GMs and associates, earning Black Bo...

Join me in conversation alongside entrepreneur, investor, coach, and mentor Bob Allard, who has spent his career at the intersection of innovation, business, and people—seeking to find ways to help as many people as possible. A magnet of energy, he’s all about identifying talent, supporting it, and allowing individuals to become the best version of themselves. Join us as we engage in an authentic conversation discussing leadership post-pandemic, reframing fear into opportunity and growth, and...

Join me in conversation alongside my esteemed colleague, Kaya Ramjee, a remarkable individual I've had the pleasure of knowing for just over a year. During our time together, Kaya and I have shared profound discussions on the shared experience of navigating the grief associated with the passing of our beloved sons. Our conversations delve deep into the spectrum of emotions accompanying such experiences, fostering a profound bond of understanding and empathy. Originally from t...

In this week’s episode of Well Being Walks, Kip is joined by David G. Breen, principal Designer and Founder of VDA, Inc, an award-winning, full-service, event design and experiential marketing agency. Under David's guidance, VDA achieved remarkable success, including being named "Best In Business" by INC. Magazine in both 2021 and 2022. David and Kip walk through Mount Autumn Cemetery in Cambridge, MA, and talk about their career journeys, opening up communication in the workplace, and just b...

In this week’s episode of Well Being Walks, Kip is joined by Cindy Pierce, Author, Performer, Speaker, Sexuality Educator, Comic Storyteller, Innkeeper and Mom of three young adults. Cindy and Kip walk through Hale Reservation in Dover, MA, and grow from acquaintances to friends as they delve into Cindy’s leadership journey. Cindy takes us through her childhood as the youngest of seven, and how her unique path has shaped her into who she is today – a woman unafraid of failure and excited...

In this week’s Well Being Walks episode, Kip is joined by Amy Pocsik, Founder of Bold Moves business coaching and Co-Founder of the Women's Business League, a national networking community. The pair walk around Lake Quannapowitt in Wakefield, MA as Amy shares her story about leaving her job as a CPA and following her entrepreneurial dreams.This episode is a genuine conversation between two women that share a passion for the work they do, centering on human connection and overcoming the challe...