EXECUTIVE WELLNESS UNPLUGGED

Lisa Kelly

The Executive Wellness UNPLUGGED Podcast presents holistic, performance-enhancing wellness practices that go beyond traditional self-care to nurture and empower senior-level leaders and their people. You'll hear from Executive Wellness Coaches and other trailblazers who have successfully navigated the landscape of executive well-being and are amplifying leader and organizational growth. All leaders, employees, and coaches will benefit from their insights and tactical strategies for optimizing one's mental and physical health and well-being…the cornerstone of impactful leadership.

  1. [7] The Dr.’s Prescription: Healthy Leadership Habits

    12/02/2025

    [7] The Dr.’s Prescription: Healthy Leadership Habits

    Welcome to Episode 7 of Executive Wellness UNPLUGGED. Dr. Tomi Mitchell—physician and Executive Wellness Coach—shares practical, high-impact, joyful techniques to optimize YOUR energy and mental health, and to lead with well-being. Press play for inspirational, tactical advice on how to elevate your performance and well-being as a leader. [GUEST BIO] Dr. Tomi Mitchell Dr. Tomi Mitchell, a board-certified Family Physician, Wellness and Performance Coach, and passionate advocate for mental health, is on a mission to break down the stigma around mental health and empower individuals and professionals alike to find sustainable well-being without burning out. Dr. Mitchell is the author of The Soul-Sucking, Energy-Draining Life of a Physician: How to Live a Life of Service Without Losing Yourself, which explores the realities of physician burnout and offers practical strategies for reclaiming a balanced, fulfilling life. She also hosts The Mental Health & Wellness Show podcast, where she openly discusses tough topics in health and wellness. As a coach, she helps leaders and professionals struggling with stress, anxiety, and work-life balance through practical tools that boost productivity and resilience. Her insights have been featured in publications like Thrive Global, KevinMD, and Brainz Magazine, establishing her as a respected voice in the field. Connect with Dr. Mitchell! You can learn more about Dr. Mitchell via her LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drtomimitchell/ [Discover WWCOE Programs & Offerings] Explore WWCOE Executive Wellness Coaching Programs (1:1 and group coaching): https://workplacewellnesscoe.com/executive-wellness-coaching-programs/ Acquire a copy of “Cultivating Healthy & Vibrant Workplaces⁠” for actionable frameworks, checklists, workshops, and global best practices for fostering healthy, thriving organizations: https://workplacewellnesscoe.com/book/ Sign up for the ⁠WWCOE "YOUR Workplace Wellness Toolkit" [FREE] https://workplacewellnesscoe.com/your-workplace-wellness-2026/ Explore ⁠all Workplace Wellness Centre of Excellence ⁠courses, executive coaching programs, and corporate wellness solutions: https://workplacewellnesscoe.com/ ⁠

    51 min
  2. [6] Leaders as COACHES: Optimizing Employee Well-being and Performance in Unprecedented Times

    02/06/2025

    [6] Leaders as COACHES: Optimizing Employee Well-being and Performance in Unprecedented Times

    InEpisode 6of the Executive Wellness UNPLUGGEDpodcast, a panel of seasoned Executive Coaches and leadership consultants discuss how leaders can adapt to rapid technological advancements, unpredictable markets, and shifting employee expectations by adopting a coaching mindset and approach. This episode explores six key pressures/challenges leaders face today; topics also addressed in the upcoming Leader Turned COACH Course (LTC) on March 13 and 20, 2025 (https://workplacewellnesscoe.com/leader-turned-coach-course/ ) 1. Leading Through Technological Advancements and Change Fatigue 2. Navigating Complexities in Hybrid Work Models 3. Embracing “Future-Forward” Leadership Practices 4. Bridging Generational Gaps in the Workplace 5. Closing Skill Gaps and Promoting Talent Growth 6. Mitigating the “Mental Burden” on Leaders Leaders, HR professionals, Workplace Wellness specialists, and others are encouraged to watch this episode AND enhance their skills through theupcoming 8-hour LTC certificate course. For course information and to register, visithttps://workplacewellnesscoe.com/leader-turned-coach-course/, or emailinfo@workplacewellnesscoe.com with inquiries or to schedule an LTC Discovery Consult. [Bios of Panelists/LTC Course Facilitators] Lisa Kelly is the Founder of the Workplace Wellness Centre of Excellence and co-author of Cultivating Healthy and Vibrant Workplaces. As an industry thought leader, results-oriented Executive Coach, Workplace Wellness certification provider, and consultant, Lisa helps optimize the health, well-being, and performance of organizations, senior leaders, and teams across multiple industries. Connect with Lisa on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisakellywwcoe/ Carm Moceri is a seasoned healthcare executive and Certified Executive Coach who has served in three hospital president roles and two system Chief Strategy Officer positions and has had the honor of supporting leaders to become more effective through executive and experiential coaching, mentoring, and advisory services. Connect with Carm on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/cmoceri/ Gabrielle Baumeyer is a seasoned Executive Leadership Coach and Founder of Baumeyer Coaching, bringing over 25 years of expertise in guiding leaders and teams to their highest potential. Her experience spans industries such as construction and software, along with international management consulting in Canada. Gabrielle partners with executives, board members, and leaders of all levels to build impactful strategies for growth and performance. Connect with Gabrielle on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabriellebaumeyer/ Kim Goeltom is a seasoned Executive Coach and Workplace Wellness consultant who, leveraging her 20-year corporate background collaborating with HR Directors, Talent Development, VPs, and CEOs, has helped transform the lives of executives, managers, and their teams through tailored wellness coaching and robust workplace wellness initiatives. Connect with Kim on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/kgoeltom/ Peter Kelly is a Workplace Wellness consultant, coach, Co-Director/Owner with the Workplace Wellness Centre of Excellence, and co-author of "Cultivating Healthy & Vibrant Workplaces." Drawing on his extensive experience as a former supervisor with Royal Dutch Shell, he brings diverse leadership to workplace well-being/OH&S and coaching experience to the organizations, leaders, and employees he helps serve. Connect with Peter on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/pete-kelly/

    1h 5m
  3. [5] LEADERS IN MOTION: Fitness and High-Performance Leadership

    01/30/2025

    [5] LEADERS IN MOTION: Fitness and High-Performance Leadership

    Welcome to Episode 5 of Executive Wellness UNPLUGGED, where we explore the remarkable interplay of fitness, vitality, and leadership excellence. You will hear from two extraordinary women, Kari Gearhart and Ashley Tappin, executive coaches, leadership consultants, workshop facilitators, and tri-athletes who have harnessed their passion for fitness to drive resilience and peak performance in their careers and those they coach and support. Prepare to be inspired by their stories and gain tactical insights on how nurturing the body and spirit is integral to high performance and strategic success. This episode is a must-watch for executives, managers, executive coaches, fitness and Workplace Wellness professionals, and others interested in learning strategic imperatives and practices for enhancing one’s physical well-being and unlocking unparalleled energy, clarity, purpose, and growth in leadership. [GUEST BIO] Kari Gearhart Kari Gearhart is a learning & development professional with a lifelong passion for staying fit and healthy. Early in her career, she worked as a Registered Dietician in various healthcare settings and became more passionate about how lifestyle choices make a difference in determining a person’s quality of life. She completed her master's in exercise physiology and is a certified positive psychology practitioner. She’s led training & development functions in three large healthcare corporations for 25 years and is recognized as a catalyst for guiding leaders toward reaching their full potential. In 2016, Kari established her company, The Performance Bridge, where she offers her services as a skilled workshop facilitator. She credits many aspects of her career success to lessons she learned through participating in triathlons for more than 20 years. This experience inspired her to create a highly rated program called Fit to Lead™ and a recently published book - REACH – Using Fitness to Grow Your Leadership, both co-developed and co-authored with Ashley Tappan. The program and book focus on using fitness as a forum for growing leadership capabilities. You can learn more about Kari and connect with her via the links below. Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0578940965/ Website: www.theperformancebridge.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/ Email: kygearhart@gmail.com [GUEST BIO] Ashley Tappan Ashley Tappan is a consultant with Insigniam. With her background in sports, television, customer service, sales, and leadership development, Ashley has a unique perspective on what it takes for teams of business professionals to deliver breakthrough results. She has worked with Fortune 500 business executives to fulfill their visions across the globe for over twenty-five years in industries including fast-moving consumer goods, healthcare systems, biotech, pharma, manufacturing, research, and non-profits. Ashley is passionate about developing leaders to experience breakthroughs for themselves and their businesses. Her ability to develop and lead organizational transformations that lead to unprecedented results has earned her several accolades, including recognition as a Rising Star and a Luminary of the Healthcare Businesswomen’s Association. Before joining Insigniam, Ashley managed, built, and led training in leadership and high performance at a competitive telecommunications company. She attended Indiana University, where she received her B.A. while cycling competitively. Ashley is a former triathlete, coach, and published author, writing about fitness as a tool to develop one’s leadership. You can learn more about and connect with Ashley via the links below. Website: www.insigniam.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-tappan-6a23994/ Email: ashleytappan@gmail.com

    50 min
  4. [4] Role Modeling “VISIBLE PERMISSION” as Leaders!

    12/16/2024

    [4] Role Modeling “VISIBLE PERMISSION” as Leaders!

    In Episode 4 of Executive Wellness UNPLUGGED, Murray Harber, Executive Director of Mississippi Business Group on Health, shares his insights, passion, and experiences in helping leadership role-model and nurture “Visible Permission” to prioritize and optimize employee well-being in their organizations. To help illuminate this concept, we discussed: Why leaders should make “self-care” a priority for themselves and their employees in today’s highly dynamic climate. Characteristics and practices leaders might exhibit and engage in demonstrating “Visible Permission.” Potential outcomes and impacts when leadership does not prioritize and promote employee well-being. Strategies he has leveraged to foster executive and leadership support for organizational and employee well-being. Cheat Sheet for the C-Suite: to optimize human capital, organizational growth, and sustainability.   [GUEST BIO] Murray Harber Murray Harber, Executive Director of the Mississippi Business Group on Health, is a passionate leader in healthcare and employer health and well-being who consults with organizations worldwide. He is a writer, speaker, coach, and investor dedicated to developing innovative solutions that improve employee health and reduce business costs. Murray holds a Bachelor of Science in Human Performance & Sports Studies from the University of Tennessee-Knoxville. He has worked with institutions like the University of Minnesota, Hennepin County (MN), Park Nicollet Health Services, and Ford Motor Company (including the UAW). He began his career as a strength and speed coach at Vanderbilt University, coached many SEC and NCAA champions, and trained several Olympic athletes. He has developed award-winning health and wellness programs, including those at Southern Farm Bureau Life Insurance and the Mississippi State Employee Wellness Program. Connect with Murray via email or LinkedIn! murraylynnharber@gmail.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/murrayharber/   Explore WWCOE Executive Wellness Coaching Programs (1:1 and group coaching): ⁠https://workplacewellnesscoe.com/executive-wellness-coaching-programs  Acquire a copy of “Cultivating Healthy & Vibrant Workplaces⁠” for actionable frameworks, checklists, workshops, and global best practices for fostering healthy, thriving organizations: https://workplacewellnesscoe.com/book/ Sign up for our ⁠VIP email list⁠: https://workplacewellnesscoe.com/workplace-wellness-vip-group/ Explore ⁠Workplace Wellness Centre of Excellence ⁠courses and corporate wellness solutions: ⁠https://workplacewellnesscoe.com/

    51 min
  5. [3] The SILENT STRUGGLE: Managing LPR (Silent Reflux) as a High-Performing Leader

    10/30/2024

    [3] The SILENT STRUGGLE: Managing LPR (Silent Reflux) as a High-Performing Leader

    Do you STRUGGLE IN SILENCE with frequent bouts of acid reflux (GERD), Globus sensations in your throat, or sleepless nights due to persistent chest and throat pain? Are you a chronic “Throat Clearer?” Have you been trying, but to no avail, to identify the key contributors and solutions to these conditions? If you answered YES to one or all of the above questions, Episode 3 of Executive Wellness UNPLUGGED with Dr. Inna Husain, a Medical Director and Laryngopharyngeal Reflux Specialist, is a must-listen! Leveraging our personal and professional insights and experiences with LPR (and GERD), we uncover the hidden factors behind and contributors to these conditions. Most importantly, we illuminate actionable and restorative solutions to help YOU reclaim your health, vitality, and productivity. This episode is a lifesaver! Check it out now! UPDATE/EDIT: It was mistakenly commented by the interviewer that BE may be a form of throat cancer vs. a “precancerous condition,” as further elaborated below. “Barrett's esophagus is the most common precancerous condition of the esophagus. In Barrett's esophagus, the normal cells lining the esophagus are replaced by cells that are like the lining of the stomach or intestine. This is called intestinal metaplasia. It is most often found in the gastroesophageal (GE) junction, which is where the esophagus joins the stomach.People with Barrett's esophagus have a higher risk of developing abnormal cells, called dysplasia. Dysplasia describes how abnormal cells look. With low-grade dysplasia, the abnormal cells look somewhat different from normal cells. In high-grade dysplasia, the cells look very abnormal. ”https://cancer.ca/en/cancer-information/cancer-types/esophageal/what-is-esophageal-cancer/precancerous-conditions#:~:text=Precancerous%20conditions%20of%20the%20esophagus,changes%20may%20become%20esophageal%20cancer. [GUEST BIO] Dr. Inna Husain Dr. Inna Husain is a board-certified Otolaryngologist and fellow-trained Laryngologist. She is currently the Medical Director of Laryngology at Powers Health in Munster, Indiana, specializing in Laryngopharyngeal Reflux (commonly cited as LPR or Silent Reflux). Dr. Husain started her career in academic medicine before transitioning to create the first Voice, Airway, Swallowing Disorders Program of NW Indiana. She is an active medical educator on social media with over 270K followers, an international speaker, and a published researcher. Connect with Dr. Inna Husain! You can learn more about Dr. Inna Husain and connect with her via the following: [EMAIL] Innahusainmd@gmail.com [LINKEDIN] Https://www.linkedin.com/in/inna-a-husain-md-928372104 [INSTAGRAM] Https://www.instagram.com/innahusainmd/ Discover WWCOE Programs & Offerings! Explore our Executive Wellness Coaching Programs (1:1 and group coaching) https://workplacewellnesscoe.com/executive-wellness-coaching-programs/ Acquire a copy of our book today for actionable checklists, frameworks, workshops, and global real-world experiences and best practices for ⁠"Cultivating Healthy & Vibrant Workplaces⁠" https://workplacewellnesscoe.com/book/ Sign up for our FREE ⁠VIP email list⁠ https://workplacewellnesscoe.com/workplace-wellness-vip-group/ Explore all ⁠Workplace Wellness Centre of Excellence ⁠courses and corporate wellness solutions https://workplacewellnesscoe.com/ #LaryngopharyngealReflux #silentreflux#LPR #gerd #gerdtreatment #acidreflux #acidrefluxtreatment #Drinnahusain#leaderwellbeing#executivewellbeing#executives#gutmicrobiome #vagusnerve

    1 hr
  6. [2] Gut-Brain Connection: Optimizing Executive Well-being and Performance

    09/24/2024

    [2] Gut-Brain Connection: Optimizing Executive Well-being and Performance

    In Episode Two of Executive Wellness UNPLUGGED, my guest, Melody Byblow, and I discuss the "Gut-Brain Connection" and how optimizing it enhances the well-being and performance of executives (and others). Melody Byblow is a Holistic Nutritionist from the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition and a graduate of our Workplace Wellness certification programs, including our "Certified Executive Wellness Coach" Course. She has since joined the WWCOE Faculty and helped support the delivery of a 6-month Executive Wellness Coaching Contract with 8 hospital executives during the pandemic, profiled in my book, "Cultivating Healthy & Vibrant Workplaces." With the support of a presentation deck, we engaged in a deep and often personal conversation relating to: - Connection of Gut-Brain health to our overall health - Common signs and symptoms that your Gut Health may be impaired - Debilitating impacts of stress on Gut Health that you may not be aware of - Executive lifestyle changes to improve Gut-Brain Health - Less well-known strategies that can help improve Gut-Brain Health - Impacts of Gut-Brain Health on executive cognitive function & performance - Emerging research and trends relating to the Gut-Brain Connection [GUEST BIO] Melody Byblow You can learn more about Melody Byblow and connect with her via her LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melodybyblowrhn/ Discover WWCOE Programs and Offerings Explore our Executive Wellness Coaching Programs (1:1 and group coaching) ⁠https://workplacewellnesscoe.com/executive-wellness-coaching-programs/  Acquire a copy of our book today for actionable checklists, frameworks, workshops, and global real-world experiences and best practices for ⁠Cultivating Healthy & Vibrant Workplaces⁠ ⁠https://workplacewellnesscoe.com/book/⁠ Sign up for our FREE VIP email list⁠ ⁠https://workplacewellnesscoe.com/workplace-wellness-vip-group/⁠ Explore Workplace Wellness Centre of Excellence ⁠courses and corporate wellness solutions ⁠https://workplacewellnesscoe.com/⁠

    1h 8m
  7. [1] Living & Leading with "Just One Heart": A Cardiologist's Novel Approach to Well-being

    08/09/2024

    [1] Living & Leading with "Just One Heart": A Cardiologist's Novel Approach to Well-being

    Welcome to the first episode of Executive Wellness UNPLUGGED. Our new podcast series (replacing our prior series, Cultivating Healthy & Vibrant Workplaces) features candid conversations with industry leaders and experts about matters relating to the mental and physical health and well-being of executives and managers, the cornerstone of impactful leadership. While the EWU series and inaugural episode speak to leaders specifically, we can all be uplifted by and benefit from the wisdom and experiences of Dr. Jonathon Fisher, a unique and gifted cardiologist, author, and mindfulness practitioner. In Episode 1, Dr. Fisher shares his novel approach to well-being as a cardiologist and addresses the following tenets and strategies for living and leading with "Just One Heart." Harnessing the power of the "mind-heart connection" to optimize one's leadership and organizational culture. What leaders need to know about the importance of practicing mindfulness for heart health. Practical mindfulness techniques for managing stress and enhancing one's well-being. Leveraging "Diastole" rest to recharge and rebalance. Modeling and encouraging well-being practices. Demonstrating compassion as leaders and the impacts on organizational well-being and performance. [GUEST BIO] Dr. Jonathan Fisher Dr. Jonathon Fisher is a Harvard—and Mt. Sinai-educated cardiologist dedicated to addressing the physical and emotional aspects of cardiac care. He is a mindfulness meditation teacher and an organizational well-being leader for a team of 38,000. Dr. Fisher is also the co-founder of the Ending Clinician Burnout Global Community and the author of the best-selling book, "Just One Heart: A Cardiologist's Guide to Healing, Health, and Happiness." Connect with Dr. Fisher! You can learn more about and connect with Dr. Fisher via: [Website] https://www.drjonathanfisher.com [LinkedIn] https://www.linkedin.com/in/happyheartmd/ [Book] https://a.co/d/608gH2U [Instagram] https://www.instagram.com/happyheartmd/ [YouTube] happyheartMD — The Mindful Heart Doctor - YouTube happyheartMD — The Mindful Heart Doctor - YouTube Discover WWCOE Programs and Offerings Explore our Executive Wellness Coaching Programs (1:1 and group coaching) https://workplacewellnesscoe.com/executive-wellness-coaching-programs/ Coaches…become a Certified Executive Wellness Coach (new course begins Sept. 23, 2024) https://workplacewellnesscoe.com/certified-executive-wellness-coach/  Acquire a copy of our book today for actionable checklists, frameworks, workshops, and global real-world experiences and best practices for ⁠Cultivating Healthy & Vibrant Workplaces⁠ https://workplacewellnesscoe.com/book/ Sign up for our FREE ⁠WWCOE VIP email list⁠ https://workplacewellnesscoe.com/workplace-wellness-vip-group/ Explore all ⁠Workplace Wellness Centre of Excellence ⁠courses, corporate wellness solutions, Facebook/LinkedIn groups, etc. https://workplacewellnesscoe.com/

    1h 11m
  8. [16] Leading with Purpose and Vision Through Storytelling

    03/21/2024

    [16] Leading with Purpose and Vision Through Storytelling

    In Episode 16, we explore the power of leading through storytelling. Our guest, Karuna Ramanathan, has an established track record in supporting senior leaders and organizations through difficult transformations, increasingly in middle manager execution challenges, and in values, people, and culture change. Following two tours as a naval warship captain, Karuna went on to lead and architect leadership transformation and systems-level change in the Center for Leadership Development (2004-2014) as its Deputy Head. Karuna is currently the Principal Consultant for KR Konsulting (KRK), based in Singapore. He created the “251 Storytelling Model for Leaders”, adopted by UNICEF in 2013, and was featured as one of the “Top 10 Organisation Development Consultants 2023” by the Asia Business Outlook. Episode 16 illuminates: Why Storytelling is a critical skill for leaders to hone. Specific techniques to structure and deliver compelling stories to inspire and influence. How storytelling helps cultivate a common sense of purpose, shared vision, and motivation. Common pitfalls or mistakes leaders should be mindful of when storytelling. Striking a balance between vulnerability, transparency, and confidentiality in storytelling. You can learn more about Karuna and connect with him via his LinkedIn profile. Discover WWCOE Programs and Offerings Acquire a copy of our book today for actionable checklists, frameworks, workshops, and global real-world experiences and best practices for ⁠Cultivating Healthy & Vibrant Workplaces⁠ Sign up for the ⁠WWCOE VIP email list⁠ Explore the ⁠Workplace Wellness Centre of Excellence ⁠courses, Executive Wellness Coaching Programs, corporate wellness solutions, CHVW podcast, Facebook/LinkedIn groups, etc.

    54 min

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The Executive Wellness UNPLUGGED Podcast presents holistic, performance-enhancing wellness practices that go beyond traditional self-care to nurture and empower senior-level leaders and their people. You'll hear from Executive Wellness Coaches and other trailblazers who have successfully navigated the landscape of executive well-being and are amplifying leader and organizational growth. All leaders, employees, and coaches will benefit from their insights and tactical strategies for optimizing one's mental and physical health and well-being…the cornerstone of impactful leadership.