The Culture Profit

Matt R. Vance and Crista Vance
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The Culture Profit is a podcast series obsessed with one question: How can company culture drive greater profits? Episodes examine HR and marketing practices directly tied to increasing revenue and decreasing costs. Featured guests are successful, innovative leaders sharing their own stories of driving profitable outcomes with people-first strategies. Hosted by Mobrium Co-Founders Matt R. Vance and Crista Vance, expect research-backed stats, engaging stories, and the occasional dad joke. Together let’s prioritize profits by prioritizing people.

  1. Ep 59: The New Mission: Turning Military Skills into Civilian Success

    6 DE NOV.

    Ep 59: The New Mission: Turning Military Skills into Civilian Success

    This episode is sponsored by Mobrium. The original employer reputation platform. 👉 Visit https://www.mobrium.com/?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=episode59 - - - - - EPISODE DESCRIPTION: U.S. Veteran and sales expert, Zac Crane, left a stable job to pursue a deep-seated call to serve in the army. Now a Head of Sales at Mobrium, Zac shares why veterans are good hires and advice for veterans on continued learning to successfully bridge the gap between military discipline and the civilian job market.  - - - - - TODAY'S GUEST: Zac grew up in Boise, Idaho, where sports and service shaped much of his early life. After playing football and serving an LDS mission, he graduated from Utah State University and was commissioned as an Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Officer in the U.S. Army. The experience taught him how to stay calm under pressure, lead through uncertainty, and solve complex problems quickly. When his time in uniform ended, Zac chose to focus on his family and establish roots back in beautiful Cache Valley. His love of people and problem-solving naturally led him into SaaS sales, where he discovered a new passion for helping organizations address real challenges with simple and meaningful solutions. And he’s only one semester away from completing his MBA at Utah State University. Follow Zac Crane on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zacharycrane - - - - - CONNECT WITH THE HOSTS: 🔔Matt R. Vance: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattrvance 🔔Crista Vance: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/crista-vance

    37min
  2. Ep 58: Tradition Meets Transformation: Japan’s Work Culture Evolution

    21 DE OUT.

    Ep 58: Tradition Meets Transformation: Japan’s Work Culture Evolution

    This episode is sponsored by Mobrium. Win Glassdoor, Indeed and more with Mobrium. 👉 Visit https://www.mobrium.com/?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=episode58 - - - - - EPISODE DESCRIPTION: Talent expert, Tom Kobayashi, helps Japanese workplaces adapt, balancing deep-rooted traditions like lifetime employment and group harmony with new demands for diversity and flexibility. Listen to the conversation for a roadmap to understanding Japan's evolving corporate culture. - - - - - TODAY'S GUEST: Tom is a Talent Development Strategist in Tokyo who helps organizations strengthen leadership, engagement, and culture. Drawing on a career that’s taken him from banking and audit to learning and development, he’s passionate about how people grow, connect, and perform across cultures. Tom brings a curious, forward-looking perspective on what it takes to create workplaces where people and businesses thrive. Follow Tom Kobayashi on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomkobayashijapan - - - - - CONNECT WITH THE HOSTS: 🔔Matt R. Vance: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattrvance 🔔Crista Vance: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/crista-vance

    39min
  3. Ep 57: The Phish Whisperer: A New Approach to Cybersecurity

    7 DE OUT.

    Ep 57: The Phish Whisperer: A New Approach to Cybersecurity

    This episode is sponsored by Mobrium. Win Glassdoor, Indeed and more with Mobrium. 👉 Visit https://www.mobrium.com/?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=episode57 - - - - - EPISODE DESCRIPTION: Tired of feeling "gotcha'd"? Craig Taylor is changing cybersecurity training from a punishment to a positive, gamified experience. His mission is to empower employees, not shame them, making everyone a stronger link against cyber threats. - - - - - TODAY'S GUEST: Craig Taylor is a 30-year cybersecurity veteran and Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) since 2001. He is the co-founder and CEO of CyberHoot, a cybersecurity training platform built to teach cyber literacy through positive reinforcement, gamification, and automation, particularly for SMBs to Enterprises, and MSPs or MSSPs, and their clients. Throughout his career, Craig has led cybersecurity programs across diverse sectors, including web hosting (CSC), financial services (J.P. Morgan Chase), and manufacturing (Vistaprint). He also leads a growing virtual CISO practice that has delivered strategic security guidance and compliance programs to more than 50 companies across multiple industries. Beyond the boardroom, Craig is a Toastmaster, a committed Rotarian in Portsmouth, NH, and a passionate fundraiser for cancer research. He has raised over $150,000 for Dana-Farber through 11 years of riding in the Pan-Mass Challenge. Follow Craig Taylor on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/craigmtaylor/ - - - - - CONNECT WITH THE HOSTS: 🔔Matt R. Vance: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattrvance 🔔Crista Vance: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/crista-vance

    32min
  4. Ep 56: Remote, Hybrid, In-Office—Oh My!

    22 DE SET.

    Ep 56: Remote, Hybrid, In-Office—Oh My!

    This episode is sponsored by Mobrium. Win Glassdoor, Indeed and more with Mobrium. 👉 Visit https://www.mobrium.com/?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=episode56 - - - - - EPISODE DESCRIPTION: With return to office mandates, diminishing remote work, and a growing appetite for hybrid, how do teams stay connected and engaged? Organizational strategist Michael Franco shares real life tips that lead to massive improvements in connection and productivity. - - - - - TODAY'S GUEST: Michael Franco is an Organizational Design strategist helping startups build and realign teams for clarity, connection, and scale. After consulting for brands like Coca-Cola and Wells Fargo, he now focuses on growing early-stage companies. As founder of Quokka Hub, he leads with scalable people strategies focused on communication, alignment, and culture. Follow Michael Franco on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelrfranco/ - - - - - CONNECT WITH THE HOSTS: 🔔Matt R. Vance: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattrvance 🔔Crista Vance: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/crista-vance

    26min
  5. Ep 55: Build Your Dream Team with Dream Hiring

    8 DE SET.

    Ep 55: Build Your Dream Team with Dream Hiring

    This episode is sponsored by Mobrium. Win Glassdoor, Indeed and more with Mobrium. 👉 Visit https://www.mobrium.com/?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=episode55 - - - - - EPISODE DESCRIPTION: In this in-depth episode, talent expert, Andrea Hoffer, shares her Dream Hire Framework—a five-stage process (Define, Reach, Engage, Assess, Motivate) for hiring and developing highly engaged and productive teams. - - - - - TODAY'S GUEST: Andrea Hoffer is a Talent Acquisition & Management strategist and founder of aha! Talent Experts. With over 30 years in recruitment and nearly two decades as a business owner, she helps companies improve hiring processes, align recruitment with culture, and build strong employer brands. A Certified AI Consultant, keynote speaker, and author of Hire Higher, Andrea combines tech and human insight to streamline hiring, optimize onboarding, and build high-performing teams. Follow Andrea Hoffer on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreahoffer/ - - - - - CONNECT WITH THE HOSTS: 🔔Matt R. Vance: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattrvance 🔔Crista Vance: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/crista-vance

    46min
  6. Ep 54: Career Therapy: 11 Drivers to Happiness at Work

    25 DE AGO.

    Ep 54: Career Therapy: 11 Drivers to Happiness at Work

    This episode is sponsored by Mobrium. Win Glassdoor, Indeed and more with Mobrium. 👉 Visit https://www.mobrium.com/?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=episode54 - - - - - EPISODE DESCRIPTION: If your job feels like a bad relationship, this episode is your career therapy session! Join us as Renee Marchak, a career coach and HR expert, reveals the 11 engagement drivers that unlock individual happiness and team success. - - - - - TODAY'S GUEST: Renee’s HR journey began in 1996 when I answered a newspaper ad looking for a “people person.” She faxed in her resume and landed a job as a headhunter, now called an executive recruiter. Since then, she’s worked across all areas of HR, but for the past 15 years, she has focused on career development and employee engagement. After experiencing toxic workplaces and seeing too many talented people feel stuck, Renee made it her mission to make work better. Today, she helps people and organizations align with the 11 Engagement Drivers for Employee Happiness - because engagement drives results. Follow Renee Marchak on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/renee-marchak - - - - - CONNECT WITH THE HOSTS: 🔔Matt R. Vance: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattrvance 🔔Crista Vance: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/crista-vance

    41min
  7. Ep 53: Decoding Motives that Drive Better Teamwork

    11 DE AGO.

    Ep 53: Decoding Motives that Drive Better Teamwork

    This episode is sponsored by Mobrium. Win Glassdoor, Indeed and more with Mobrium. 👉 Visit https://www.mobrium.com/?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=episode53 - - - - - EPISODE DESCRIPTION: Cary Prejean, Founder and CEO of Strategic Business Advisors, reveals how the Predictive Index Assessment can improve teams’ communication by uncovering individual motivation drivers. - - - - - TODAY'S GUEST: Cary Prejean is the founder and CEO of Strategic Business Advisors, with four decades of experience helping over 400 small to mid-sized businesses systemize operations and double net income within 9–12 months. A CPA with a degree in accounting, Cary provides real-time KPI dashboards and monthly reports to simplify financial management. He is a certified ontological coach, a Predictive Index partner, and has taught at four Louisiana universities. Cary also speaks publicly, has authored three books, and works with clients across the U.S. in industries ranging from e-commerce to healthcare. Cary is also a cyclist, baker and married with 4 kids and 6 grandkids. Follow Cary Prejean on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryprejean/ - - - - - CONNECT WITH THE HOSTS: 🔔Matt R. Vance: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattrvance 🔔Crista Vance: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/crista-vance

    21min
  8. Ep 52: Change Management in Harmony: The CHORD Framework

    28 DE JUL.

    Ep 52: Change Management in Harmony: The CHORD Framework

    This episode is sponsored by Mobrium. Win Glassdoor, Indeed and more with Mobrium. 👉 Visit https://www.mobrium.com/?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=episode52 - - - - - EPISODE DESCRIPTION: Change is hard—but necessary to stay competitive. Ernest Davis walks us through the four stages of his CHORD framework to help leaders manage transitions smoothly while keeping teams aligned and engaged. - - - - - TODAY'S GUEST: Ernest is the creator of the CHORD Framework™, a multidisciplinary approach to human-centered change management that empowers organizations to lead with empathy, clarity, and strategy. As Principal at Chapel & Wolfe, he helps companies drive sustainable change adoption by focusing on the people most impacted. With a background in IT enablement, enterprise learning, and consulting, Ernest transforms complex transformations into practical, people-first strategies that deliver lasting impact. Follow Ernest Davis on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edavis1911 - - - - - CONNECT WITH THE HOSTS: 🔔Matt R. Vance: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattrvance 🔔Crista Vance: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/crista-vance

    27min
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The Culture Profit is a podcast series obsessed with one question: How can company culture drive greater profits? Episodes examine HR and marketing practices directly tied to increasing revenue and decreasing costs. Featured guests are successful, innovative leaders sharing their own stories of driving profitable outcomes with people-first strategies. Hosted by Mobrium Co-Founders Matt R. Vance and Crista Vance, expect research-backed stats, engaging stories, and the occasional dad joke. Together let’s prioritize profits by prioritizing people.

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  • Criado por
    Matt R. Vance and Crista Vance
  • Anos de atividade
    2023 - 2025
  • Episódios
    59
  • Classificação
    Livre
  • Copyright
    © Matt R. Vance and Crista Vance
  • Site do podcast
    The Culture Profit

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