CEO's You Should Know - Dallas

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CEOs You Should Know DFW is a leadership podcast featuring candid conversations with the executives shaping North Texas and national business. Hosted by Chris Long, Region President of iHeartMedia Dallas/Fort Worth, the show goes beyond titles and headlines to explore the real stories behind today’s most influential leaders. Each episode dives into career journeys, pivotal decisions, leadership philosophy, and the challenges of building brands, teams, and cultures that endure. From founders and CEOs to industry-defining innovators, CEOs You Should Know DFW offers practical insight, perspective, and inspiration for anyone interested in leadership, growth, and the business of influence. New episodes available wherever you get your podcasts.

  1. Oct 13

    CEOs You Should Know - Matt Shook, CEO of JuiceLand

    Matt Shook named one of JuiceLand’s smoothies “Cosmic Charlie” after a Grateful Dead song, and his own path has been just as unconventional. It runs from moving to Austin for music and Barton Springs Pool to rescuing blenders from an evicted juice bar, starting a business with $15,000 and building JuiceLand into 60 locations across Texas. In this episode of CEOs You Should Know Dallas-Fort Worth, iHeartMedia DFW & Central Texas Region President Chris Long sits down with Matt Shook, Founder and CEO of JuiceLand, to talk about entrepreneurship, culture and building a homegrown Texas brand around fresh ingredients, good music and good vibes. Matt shares why he chose quality of life over ambition, how a little competitive fire eventually pushed JuiceLand to grow and why his advice to young entrepreneurs is “do less deals.” He talks about building a leadership team where five of nine members started out making smoothies, why JuiceLand is staying focused on Texas instead of “hopping fences and picking someone else’s fruit,” and why the CEO himself still answers customers on Instagram. Plus, secret-menu smoothies, a banana car and the philosophy behind a company Matt describes as “a bar for healthy people.” Guest: Matt Shook, CEO of JuiceLand Host: Chris Long, Region President, iHeartMedia Dallas-Fort Worth & Central Texas CEOs You Should Know DFW features candid conversations with leaders shaping business in North Texas and beyond, hosted by Chris Long, Region President of iHeartMedia Dallas/Fort Worth. Follow, Rate, and Subscribe on the podcast platform you are listening on!

    CEOs You Should Know - Matt Shook, CEO of JuiceLand

  2. Oct 13

    CEO's You Should Know - Jim Mazany, CEO of P.F. Chang's

    If Jim Mazany's career had a soundtrack, it would open with Prince. His first concert was the Purple Rain tour at Nassau Coliseum. Since then, his path has run from washing dishes on Long Island to culinary school in Hyde Park to leading brands like TGI Fridays, Logan's Roadhouse and Joe's Crab Shack, and now to the CEO role at P.F. Chang's. In this episode of CEOs You Should Know, iHeartMedia Region President Chris Long sits down with Jim Mazany, CEO of P.F. Chang's, to talk about hospitality, culinary craft and leading an iconic brand through a turnaround. Jim traces the influences that shaped him, from a Marine father who taught him work ethic to a mother who made hospitality the center of their home. He shares how a chef's mindset still guides the way he leads, why "the speed of trust" matters when building a leadership team and how P.F. Chang's is working to turn "I like P.F. Chang's, but I haven't been there in a while" into "I love P.F. Chang's, and I was there last night." He also takes Chris inside the brand's turnaround, from renewed focus on the in-restaurant experience and culinary innovation to double-digit sales growth, rising guest traffic and plans to expand P.F. Chang's footprint in the U.S. and around the world. Guest: Jim Mazany, CEO, P.F. Chang's Host: Chris Long, Region President, iHeartMedia Dallas-Fort Worth & Central Texas CEOs You Should Know DFW features candid conversations with leaders shaping business in North Texas and beyond, hosted by Chris Long, Region President of iHeartMedia Dallas/Fort Worth. Follow, Rate, and Subscribe on the podcast platform you are listening on!

    CEO's You Should Know - Jim Mazany, CEO of P.F. Chang's

  3. Sep 26

    CEOs You Should Know - Mitchell Glieber - State Fair of Texas

    If Jack White's guitar riff on "Seven Nation Army" needs a walk-up moment, Mitchell Glieber's career already has one. His path runs from carrying Dallas Cowboys players' helmets off the practice field as a kid to captaining the SMU Mustangs through the death penalty years to nine seasons with the Dallas Mavericks and now the presidency of the State Fair of Texas. In this episode of CEOs You Should Know Dallas-Fort Worth, iHeartMedia DFW Market President Chris Long sits down with Mitchell Glieber, President of the State Fair of Texas, for a conversation about growing up inside Dallas sports history and building the largest state fair in the country into a year-round operation. Mitchell shares what it was like growing up as the son of Frank Glieber, the original radio voice of the Dallas Cowboys, and what SMU football's "death penalty" taught him about grit and patience. He traces his path from selling tickets for a Mavericks team that missed the playoffs every year of the 1990s to selling a beloved tradition at the State Fair, why he leans on a senior leadership team of experts, and how safety, security and the fair's growing community programming now define his job. Guest: Mitchell Glieber, President, State Fair of Texas Host: Chris Long, Region President, iHeartMedia Dallas-Fort Worth CEOs You Should Know DFW features candid conversations with leaders shaping business in North Texas and beyond, hosted by Chris Long, Region President of iHeartMedia Dallas/Fort Worth. Follow, Rate, and Subscribe on the podcast platform you are listening on!

    CEOs You Should Know - Mitchell Glieber - State Fair of Texas

  4. Sep 11

    CEOs You Should Know - Tony Scott - Intrusion Inc.

    If Tony Scott’s career had a soundtrack, The Rolling Stones’ “Start Me Up” would be a pretty fitting choice. His journey has taken him from parks and recreation and an Apple II computer to Microsoft, Disney, VMware, the White House and now the CEO role at Intrusion Inc. In this episode of CEOs You Should Know Dallas-Fort Worth, iHeartMedia DFW & Central Texas Region President Chris Long sits down with Tony Scott, CEO of Intrusion Inc., for a wide-ranging conversation about career pivots, technology, leadership and the opportunities that can come from being open to an unexpected path. Tony shares stories from a career that includes senior technology leadership roles at some of the world’s most recognized companies and serving as U.S. Federal Chief Information Officer, where he helped shape technology policy and IT strategy across the federal government. The conversation also turns to the rapidly evolving intersection of artificial intelligence and cybersecurity. Tony explains why he views AI as both an extraordinary opportunity and a significant risk, and why leaders will need to think differently as technology begins doing things our existing rules, laws and institutions were never designed to address. Tony also shares his philosophy for building strong teams at Intrusion: listen to different perspectives, make room for quieter voices, surround yourself with people who challenge your thinking and leave the “yes people” behind. Guest: Tony Scott, CEO, Intrusion Inc. Host: Chris Long, Region President iHeartMedia Dallas-Fort Worth CEOs You Should Know DFW features candid conversations with leaders shaping business in North Texas and beyond, hosted by Chris Long, Region President of iHeartMedia Dallas/Fort Worth. Follow, Rate, and Subscribe on the podcast platform you are listening on!

    CEOs You Should Know - Tony Scott - Intrusion Inc.

  5. Jul 10

    CEOs You Should Know - Janine Steiner Jovanovic

    How do you go from studying literature and planning a life in academia to leading one of the most innovative companies in real estate technology? In this episode of CEOs You Should Know Dallas, iHeartMedia Dallas Market President Chris Long sits down with Janine Steiner Jovanovic, CEO of LeaseLock to explore her unique path from aspiring professor to tech entrepreneur and industry leader. Janine shares how an unexpected opportunity working alongside her father launched her into real estate technology, ultimately leading to executive roles at major firms like RealPage, where she helped scale the business through rapid growth and a public offering. She reflects on pivotal career moments, including stepping away at the height of her career to focus on family, and the lessons in leadership, resilience, and self-awareness that shaped her journey. The conversation also dives into LeaseLock’s mission to modernize rental housing by replacing outdated security deposits with a more flexible, insurance-based solution making housing more accessible for renters while simplifying operations for property owners. Janine offers thoughtful insights on people-first leadership, building a culture rooted in humility and accountability, and why human connection still matters in an increasingly digital world. From bold career pivots to transforming an industry, this episode highlights the power of adaptability, execution, and leading with purpose. Guest: Janine Steiner Jovanovic, CEO, LeaseLock CEOs You Should Know DFW features candid conversations with leaders shaping business in North Texas and beyond, hosted by Chris Long, Region President of iHeartMedia Dallas/Fort Worth. Follow, Rate, and Subscribe on the podcast platform you are listening on!

    CEOs You Should Know - Janine Steiner Jovanovic

  6. Jun 30

    CEOs You Should Know - Amanda Hollins - Every Car Can

    How do you go from serving your community as a Dallas police officer to leading a nonprofit that transforms lives across Texas? In this episode of CEOs You Should Know Dallas, iHeartMedia Dallas Market President Chris Long sits down with Amanda Hollins, COO of Every Car Can, to explore her remarkable journey from law enforcement to nonprofit leadership and the purpose that drives her work today. Before diving into her story, Amanda shares a glimpse of her roots through a fun rapid fire round, including her first concert, Merle Haggard, attended with her grandmother, a nod to the strong foundation and influences that shaped her early years. Amanda shares how a leap of faith led her from a 15-year career with the Dallas Police Department into an unexpected opportunity with Every Car Can, an organization that funds education and helps at-risk students graduate high school through Texans Can Academies. She reflects on the lessons she carried from policing, including discipline, empathy, and resilience, and how those experiences have shaped her leadership style. The conversation dives into Every Car Can's unique model of accepting donated vehicles, auctioning them, and turning those proceeds into life-changing educational opportunities for students who need a second chance. Amanda also gives an inside look at the organization's culture, its nationwide impact, and even demonstrates her skills as a live auctioneer. From building strong teams and leading with empathy to creating pathways for students to succeed, Amanda offers powerful insights on purpose-driven leadership and the impact of investing in the next generation. This episode is a testament to the power of service, second chances, and following a path guided by purpose. Guest: Amanda Hollins, COO, Every Car Can A New Name. A New Era. Introducing Every Car Can. CEOs You Should Know DFW features candid conversations with leaders shaping business in North Texas and beyond, hosted by Chris Long, Region President of iHeartMedia Dallas/Fort Worth. Follow, Rate, and Subscribe on the podcast platform you are listening on!

    CEOs You Should Know - Amanda Hollins - Every Car Can

  7. Jun 17

    CEOs You Should Know - David Regn - Stream Companies

    What does it take to build a business from a living room idea into a national marketing powerhouse? In this episode of CEOs You Should Know Dallas, iHeartMedia Dallas Market President Chris Long sits down with David Regn, Co-Founder and CEO of Stream Companies and Co-Founder of FullThrottle.AI to share his journey from early entrepreneurship to leading a 500+ employee organization. David reflects on launching Stream out of his mom’s house with his business partner, turning small client opportunities into long-term growth, and staying ahead of industry shifts from the early days of the internet to today’s AI-driven landscape. The conversation explores how a mindset of grit, adaptability, and continuous problem-solving helped the company navigate major moments like the dot-com crash, the financial crisis, and COVID-19. He also shares insights on building strong client partnerships, developing a resilient team culture, and why embracing change is essential for long-term success. From humble beginnings to industry leadership, this episode highlights the power of persistence, innovation, and never giving up. Guest: David Regn, Co-Founder & CEO, Stream Companies CEOs You Should Know DFW features candid conversations with leaders shaping business in North Texas and beyond, hosted by Chris Long, Region President of iHeartMedia Dallas/Fort Worth. Follow, Rate, and Subscribe on the podcast platform you are listening on!

    CEOs You Should Know - David Regn - Stream Companies

  8. Jun 10

    CEOs You Should Know - Michael Monette - Total Office Solutions

    What happens when a spontaneous decision, a bold idea, and a willingness to take risks turn into a 39-year business? In this episode of CEOs You Should Know Dallas, iHeartMedia Dallas Market President Chris Long sits down with Michael Monette, Co-Founder of Total Office Solutions, to share the story behind building a company from scratch—starting just days after losing his job. Michael reflects on his unconventional journey from Air Force veteran to entrepreneur, including the pivotal moment that led him and his wife Linda to start their business together. What began with a single project quickly grew into a company that now operates across multiple markets, serving clients nationwide. The conversation explores the resilience required to navigate uncertainty, from early cash flow challenges to leading through COVID-19—where forward-thinking decisions helped transform and expand the business. Michael also shares insights on leadership, adaptability, and the importance of culture in sustaining long-term success. From bold beginnings to national growth, this episode highlights the mindset and grit it takes to seize opportunity and build something lasting. Guest: Michael Monette, Co-Founder, Website:Total Office Solutions CEOs You Should Know DFW features candid conversations with leaders shaping business in North Texas and beyond, hosted by Chris Long, Region President of iHeartMedia Dallas/Fort Worth. Follow, Rate, and Subscribe on the podcast platform you are listening on!

    CEOs You Should Know - Michael Monette - Total Office Solutions
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CEOs You Should Know DFW is a leadership podcast featuring candid conversations with the executives shaping North Texas and national business. Hosted by Chris Long, Region President of iHeartMedia Dallas/Fort Worth, the show goes beyond titles and headlines to explore the real stories behind today’s most influential leaders. Each episode dives into career journeys, pivotal decisions, leadership philosophy, and the challenges of building brands, teams, and cultures that endure. From founders and CEOs to industry-defining innovators, CEOs You Should Know DFW offers practical insight, perspective, and inspiration for anyone interested in leadership, growth, and the business of influence. New episodes available wherever you get your podcasts.

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    Talk Radio 1190 (KFXR-AM)
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    46
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