CEO Exchange

CEO Exchange

CEO Exchange brings together CEOs, founders, entrepreneurs, executives, and industry leaders for real conversations about what it takes to build, grow, and lead a business. We go beyond the highlight reel to explore leadership, growth, marketing, money, scaling, setbacks, and the lessons learned along the way. More than a podcast, CEO Exchange is a growing business ecosystem built around media, events, partnerships, and opportunity. Real leaders. Real conversations. Real business.

Episodes

  1. 6d ago

    Tony Hajjar : Former D1 College Coach Resigns to Build Successful Business | CEO Exchange #5

    What does it take to leave a secure career, build a business people believe in, and still show up for your family?In this episode of CEO Exchange, Rob Currao and Danny Jones sit down with Tony Hajjar of Drive Custom Fit for a candid conversation about entrepreneurship, leadership, fitness, and the personal sacrifices behind building a business.Tony shares how attending 12 schools in 12 years shaped his ability to adapt, connect with people, and find belonging through sports. He takes us through his transition from civil engineering and college volleyball coaching to building Drive—and explains why knowing the people walking through the door has always mattered as much as the workout.The conversation covers the hard decisions that come with growth: stepping away from coaching, protecting time with family, knowing when to change direction, and trusting your team instead of trying to have every answer.In this episode:• Leaving a stable career to pursue a business you believe in• Building a fitness community where members feel known and supported• Growing a business without compromising its culture• Creating clear roles and responsibilities in a business partnership• Learning when to stay committed and when to pivot• Making room for family, health, and life outside the business• Tony’s approach to training and helping members stay consistent• Honoring his father through the Tony Hajjar Memorial Foundation and helping young athletes afford club sportsWhether you’re starting a business, leading a team, or weighing your next move, this conversation offers an honest look at ambition, responsibility, and what success means beyond the business.What’s the hardest decision you’ve made to move your business—or your life—forward? Share it in the comments.Subscribe to CEO Exchange for more conversations with business owners, leaders, and entrepreneurs. Let us know who you’d like to hear from next.#CEOExchange #TonyHajjar #DriveCustomFit #Entrepreneurship #Leadership

    Tony Hajjar : Former D1 College Coach Resigns to Build Successful Business | CEO Exchange #5

  2. Oct 13

    Darryl Abbas : New Hampshire State Senator | Opinion on Business, Family, & Life | CEO Exchange | #4

    How much can one law change your business’s bottom line—and what does it take to build a career without losing sight of your family?New Hampshire State Senator Daryl Abbas joins Rob Currao and Danny Jones for Episode 4 of CEO Exchange to discuss business, leadership, public service, and the future of New Hampshire.Daryl shares his journey from high school athletics to law school, starting his own legal practice, and entering politics. He opens up about the influence of his immigrant father, the lessons he learned from difficult early jobs, and why integrity matters when your reputation is your business.The conversation also explores how state policy affects business owners—from taxes and operating costs to public safety and the infrastructure needed for growth. Daryl explains his perspective on New Hampshire’s business climate, the decisions he believes help companies succeed, and the criticism he accepts about difficult legislative choices.In this episode:• Building a law practice and learning the business behind the profession• Managing cash flow, client expectations, and hiring• Balancing business, public service, marriage, and fatherhood• New Hampshire taxes and their impact on businesses and residents• Bail reform, public safety, and the vehicle inspection debate• Water infrastructure and the future of growth in Southern New Hampshire• Accountability, public trust, and staying connected to the people you representA candid conversation about the person behind the public office—and the choices that affect business owners, families, and communities.Subscribe to CEO Exchange for more conversations with business owners, leaders, and people shaping what comes next.What issue matters most to you as a New Hampshire business owner or resident? Share your thoughts in the comments, and tell us who you’d like to see on a future episode.Learn more about CEO Exchange: https://www.ceoexchange.ai#CEOExchange #DarylAbbas #NewHampshire

    Darryl Abbas : New Hampshire State Senator | Opinion on Business, Family, & Life | CEO Exchange | #4

  3. Oct 5

    Pete Stoehr: Meet President of CEO Exchange | From the Navy to Entrepreneurship | CEO Exchange #3

    Do you own your business—or does your business own you? In Episode 3 of CEO Exchange, Rob Carroll and Danny Jones sit down with Peter Stoehr, President of CEO Exchange, to explore the experiences that shaped his approach to leadership, relationships, and helping business owners take their next step. From growing up in a small Iowa town to serving in the U.S. Navy and working in Japan and South Korea, Peter shares how stepping outside familiar surroundings taught him to listen, adapt, and earn trust. He also tells the story of walking into a staffing agency looking for an accounting job—and leaving with a career opportunity in recruiting. The conversation moves from Peter’s personal journey to a question every business owner should consider: Can your company operate without you? Together, Peter, Rob, and Danny discuss what makes a business ready to sell, why profitability is only part of the picture, and how the right people and systems can help an owner prepare for growth or an eventual exit. They also explore what first-time buyers should think through before purchasing a business, from their personal goals and daily involvement to expenses and cash reserves. In this episode: • Peter’s journey from the Midwest to the Navy and international business • Earning trust through honesty, consistency, and cultural understanding • Recruiting beyond the résumé: finding people who fit the team • Building a business that can function without its owner • Business valuation, profitability, and planning an exit • Questions to ask before buying your first business • Connecting marketing, media, and business development • Fatherhood, opportunity, and the purpose behind Peter’s work Whether you’re growing a company, considering a sale, or looking to buy your first business, this episode offers a candid conversation about the decisions—and the people—that shape what comes next. Subscribe to CEO Exchange for more conversations with business owners, leaders, and entrepreneurs. Like this episode and leave a comment: Could your business run without you, or are you still wearing every hat? Learn more about CEO Exchange or connect with our team: https://www.ceoexchange.ai #CEOExchange #PeterStoehr #BusinessOwnership #Entrepreneurship #Leadership

    Pete Stoehr: Meet President of CEO Exchange | From the Navy to Entrepreneurship | CEO Exchange #3

  4. Oct 5

    Danny Jones: Meet CMO of CEO Exchange | Where It Started & His Vision for Media | CEO Exchange #2

    Danny Jones has spent years building his craft. Now, he’s bringing that experience—and his passion for music, media, and connecting with people—to CEO Exchange. In Episode 2, we get to know the podcast’s co-host and creative force: his early fascination with DJing, the jobs that never felt like the right fit, and the family support that helped him keep pursuing the work he loves. Danny opens up about the loneliness of working for yourself, finding the right business partner, and why he believes his best work is still ahead. The conversation also explores learning from mistakes, balancing ambition with health and relationships, and connecting professional media with the systems a business needs to grow. An honest introduction to Danny and the purpose behind CEO Exchange, this episode is for business owners, leaders, and creatives building a career that means something to them. Follow CEO Exchange for more conversations about business, leadership, and the people behind the work. Learn more or inquire about becoming a guest: https://www.ceoexchange.ai This episode includes a sponsor message from Cabinet Outlet. High-end kitchens for less. https://www.mycabinetoutlet.com

    Danny Jones: Meet CMO of CEO Exchange | Where It Started & His Vision for Media | CEO Exchange #2

  5. Sep 15

    Rob Currao: CEO of CEO Exchange | The Story Behind CEO Exchange | CEO Exchange #1

    Welcome to Episode 1 of CEO Exchange. In our debut episode, hosts Danny Jones and Rob Currao introduce CEO Exchange and the vision behind building a new platform centered on business, leadership, entrepreneurship, and the people driving growth in New Hampshire and beyond. Rob Currao, CEO and Founder of CEO Exchange, shares his story — from his experiences in business and entrepreneurship to the lessons, relationships, successes, and challenges that helped shape the way he approaches business today. Danny and Rob also break down why CEO Exchange was created, what they’re building, and where the platform is headed. CEO Exchange is designed to go beyond the traditional business podcast. Through candid conversations with CEOs, founders, entrepreneurs, executives, community leaders, and other influential voices, we’ll explore what it actually takes to build businesses, make difficult decisions, create opportunities, and lead. In this episode: • Meet CEO Exchange founder Rob Currao • Rob’s background in business and entrepreneurship • Lessons learned through building and growing businesses • The story and vision behind CEO Exchange • Why relationships and real-world experience matter in business • What listeners can expect from future CEO Exchange conversations • The people, businesses, and ideas shaping New Hampshire and New England This is the beginning of CEO Exchange. Future episodes will feature conversations with business owners, executives, entrepreneurs, public officials, industry leaders, and other people with stories and perspectives worth hearing. Follow CEO Exchange Website: www.ceoexchange.ai YouTube: @CEOExchangevideos Instagram: @ceoexchange Spotify: CEO Exchange Apple Podcasts: CEO Exchange Subscribe and follow to catch new episodes, interviews, clips, and conversations from CEO Exchange. Hosted by: Danny Jones — Chief Media Officer Rob Currao — CEO & Founder CEO Exchange Business. Leadership. Entrepreneurship. Real conversations.

    Rob Currao: CEO of CEO Exchange | The Story Behind CEO Exchange | CEO Exchange #1
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CEO Exchange brings together CEOs, founders, entrepreneurs, executives, and industry leaders for real conversations about what it takes to build, grow, and lead a business. We go beyond the highlight reel to explore leadership, growth, marketing, money, scaling, setbacks, and the lessons learned along the way. More than a podcast, CEO Exchange is a growing business ecosystem built around media, events, partnerships, and opportunity. Real leaders. Real conversations. Real business.

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  • Creator
    CEO Exchange
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    5
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © CEO Exchange
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