The Savage Leader Podcast

Darren Reinke
The Savage Leader Podcast

Learn how to become a better leader from the inside out. This isn't your traditional leadership podcast as I believe that leadership lessons come from conventional sources such as entrepreneurs and successful business executives as well as from unexpected places; Navy SEALs, professional athletes, sports coaches, musicians, entertainers and more. On each episode, I interview leaders from all walks of life so that you walk away with tips to apply to your life and career. I'm your host Darren Reinke, founder of Group Sixty ( https://www.groupsixty.com/ ) and author of The Savage Leader: 13 Principles to Become a Better Leader from the Inside Out ( https://www.groupsixty.com/book ).

  1. 24 JUL

    #64: Margie Newman Tsay on Building Your Reputation and Managing Crises

    In this episode, Darren Reinke sits down with Margie Newman Tsay, an expert in reputation management and crisis communication. Margie discusses her journey from theater to leading a communications firm, emphasizing the importance of trust and authenticity in leadership. She provides practical advice on managing personal and corporate reputations, handling crises effectively, and maintaining a communication mindset. Intesa Communications Group specializes in public relations, government affairs, crisis communications, and executive coaching. The firm focuses on building confidence and strategic communication skills for leaders and organizations. Show Notes: -Margie’s background in theater and how it influenced her communication skills [00:19] -Margie’s transition from theater to a career in communications, including her first job in a gubernatorial campaign [01:06] -Why adaptability and public speaking were the most important skills Margie gained from theater [03:35] -The importance of building trust and being coachable in leadership [05:14] -Why public relations can be defined as reputation management [12:34] -The necessity for leaders to maintain a communications mindset and the role of self-awareness [18:07] -The importance of a personal brand and its impact on authentic leadership [22:12] -Margie’s top crisis management strategies, and why she focuses on preparation and response [40:24] -Practical steps for managing crises, including targeted communication and public perception management [49:27]

    54 min
  2. 11 JUL

    #63: Reducing Congestion, Improving safety, and Cutting Emissions via Curb Management Solutions

    In this episode of The Savage Leader Podcast, Darren Reinke sits down with Jordan Justus, the innovative co-founder and CEO of Automotus. Dive into the world of curb management solutions that are reshaping cities and airports worldwide. Jordan shares his journey from a $780 tradeshow test that led to the launch of his successful company. He offers powerful insights on the realities of entrepreneurship, building resilience, and developing thicker skin as an entrepreneur. Automotus specializes in bringing cutting-edge technology to curb management, helping cities reduce congestion, improve safety, and cut emissions through automated parking management, enforcement, and data collection. Their solutions offer a holistic approach to modern urban mobility challenges. Show Notes: -Jordan’s early exposure to entrepreneurship and family background in business [01:12] -The importance of building trust and transparent relationships in business [04:54] -Learning from a mentor and the value of integrity in entrepreneurship [06:21] -Transition from college student to CEO and the inspiration behind Automotus [08:39] -Initial steps and challenges in establishing Automotus, including the first tradeshow [11:31] -Overcoming early-stage challenges and securing initial pilots and customers [15:18] -The pivotal role of curb management in urban mobility and the spark of his business idea [24:05] -Practical applications and the impact of curb management solutions on reducing traffic and emissions [27:19] -Jordan’s journey through Automotus’s stages, including cold calling and setting up pilots [30:09] -How reflecting on criticism led Jordan to develop thicker skin [33:31] -Jordan’s personal milestones and recent professional achievements [41:07] -Insights on scaling the business and future directions for Automotus [42:36] Links: -Jordan’s LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-justus/ -Automotus Website - https://www.automotus.co/

    44 min
  3. 23 MAY

    #62: Mike Kijewski's Journey from High School Physics Teacher to Medcrypt CEO

    In this episode, Darren Reinke speaks with Mike Kijewski, the founder and CEO of MedCrypt. Mike discusses his journey from teaching high school physics to pioneering cybersecurity solutions for medical devices. He shares insights into his career transitions, the challenges of starting a tech company, and the impact of cybersecurity on medical technology. Medcrypt is a team of medical device experts who are laser-focused on supporting MDMs and bringing cybersecurity to the next generation of healthcare technology. Medcrypt helps healthcare technology companies ensure medical devices are secure by design. They provide cybersecurity products and strategic consulting to expedite the go-to-market process of medical device manufacturers' new life-saving connected technologies. Show Notes: -Mike's background as a high school physics teacher and his transition to the business world [00:47] -The decision to leave teaching for better financial prospects and the jump to healthcare technology [02:36] -Early career steps in medical device field and entrepreneurship insights [03:00] -From teaching to founding a tech company: The value of communication skills acquired as an educator [05:29] -Discussing the practical applications of physics and education's impact on Mike’s career [05:53] -Reflections on business risks and transitions into the entrepreneurial space [07:00] -The genesis of MedCrypt and the critical importance of cybersecurity in medical devices [08:58] -Challenges and pivotal moments in establishing MedCrypt [17:20] -Developing leadership and managerial skills in a technical environment [20:03] -The role of soft skills in technical fields and the journey of continuous learning [22:36] -The importance of human connection in business and personal anecdotes from Mike’s life [26:41] -Future directions for MedCrypt in the evolving landscape of medical device security [30:43]

    37 min
  4. 9 ABR

    #60: Aaron Fulkerson on Rebuilding Trust in Technology

    In this episode of The Savage Leader Podcast, Darren Reinke chats with Aaron Fulkerson, CEO of Opaque Systems. Aaron discusses his transition from entrepreneurship to ServiceNow and how he's found his way back to the entrepreneurial world. He also discusses the issue of trust erosion within the technology sector and how Opaque Systems is spearheading efforts to rebuild this trust through secure application development for collaborative analytics and AI. Opaque Systems is on a mission to unlock the high-growth market of confidential computing by creating the first Confidential AI platform. It enables secure, collaborative analytics and the usage of AI on confidential and sensitive data stored in Trusted Execution Environments (TEEs). Show Notes: -Aaron’s journey from entrepreneurship to ServiceNow to entrepreneurship again [01:10] -Aaron’s transformative experience in taking time off, reconnecting with personal roots, and sparking new business ideas [02:12] -How Opaque Systems led Aaron back to entrepreneurship [04:29] -How UC Berkeley's RISE Lab led to the founding of Opaque Systems [06:48] -Opaque’s mission and the importance of privacy in data utilization [10:43] -Addressing the erosion of trust in tech and how Opaque Systems is enabling developers to secure user data and rebuild consumer trust [13:13] -Balancing entrepreneurship with personal life and strategies for managing work, family, and self-care [14:39] -The importance of physical and mental fitness in maintaining balance and enhancing productivity [17:08] -How Aaron plans to capitalize on the rapid developments in artificial intelligence [22:10] -Generative AI's transformative impact on society and the industry [28:29] -Aaron's approach to making a positive impact [30:32] Links: Aaron’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronfulkerson/ Opaque’s Website: https://opaque.co/

    35 min
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Learn how to become a better leader from the inside out. This isn't your traditional leadership podcast as I believe that leadership lessons come from conventional sources such as entrepreneurs and successful business executives as well as from unexpected places; Navy SEALs, professional athletes, sports coaches, musicians, entertainers and more. On each episode, I interview leaders from all walks of life so that you walk away with tips to apply to your life and career. I'm your host Darren Reinke, founder of Group Sixty ( https://www.groupsixty.com/ ) and author of The Savage Leader: 13 Principles to Become a Better Leader from the Inside Out ( https://www.groupsixty.com/book ).

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