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  1. MAR 5

    How to Scale Resilience: From Foster Care to CEO

    What does it take to lead a nationwide organization when you started with nothing but your belongings in a garbage bag? Celeste Edmunds, CEO of The Christmas Box International, joins us on Know Your Ship to share a story of radical resilience. Celeste opens up about the "Identity Shift" required to move from the foster care system to the boardroom. She discusses the grit it takes to knock on doors for $10 checks, the bravery to write her memoir, and the "Erase and Replace" philosophy that allowed her to outgrow her past and step into her full potential as a leader. Inside the Episode: The Business of Impact: How to manage $800k+ in annual in-kind donations. Identity & Potential: Overcoming the "Garbage Bag Girl" label to lead with authority. Collaboration as a Moat: Why alignment is the only way to survive a tough economy. CEO Wellness: The "9-12-3" rule for staying balanced under pressure. About Our Guest: Celeste Edmunds is the CEO of The Christmas Box International, an organization that has served over 170,000 children. She is the author of Garbage Bag Girl and the upcoming book The Boy Who Was Raised in a Sunflower Patch. Her life’s work is dedicated to the philosophy that every child deserves a childhood. Subscribe to Know Your Ship for more stories from the front lines of leadership and business. Connect with Celeste Edmunds and The Christmas Box International : LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edmundsceleste/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celesteedmundsauthor/ Website: TheChristmasBox.org LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/christmas-box-international/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechristmasbox_intl/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thechristmasboxinternation8405 Connect with eHub: eHub is the premier business and logistics platform designed to help you scale your brand with integrity and efficiency. Learn more: https://ehub.com/ #KnowYourShip #Resilience #FounderStory #PersonalGrowth #Leadership #Mindset #eHub #SuccessMindset #GarbageBagGirl

    1h 30m

  2. FEB 27

    From 30 Jail Bookings to Building a Nationwide Meal Prep Brand

    Robert Molling, founder of 1% Fitness Kitchen, didn’t just turn his life around—he rebuilt it through a system of discipline and logistics. After 30 jail bookings and losing 22 friends to substance abuse, Robert hit an inflection point at age 28. What started as cooking meals in transitional housing evolved into a data-driven nutrition company that now ships nationwide. In this episode of Know Your Ship, we discuss the "identity shift" required to go from incarceration to CEO. Robert breaks down the parallels between addiction recovery and scaling a business, why muscle retention is a better KPI than weight loss, and how he manages the high-complexity logistics of the meal prep industry. In this episode, you’ll learn: The "Erase and Replace" method for changing your identity. How to systematize nutrition using measurable KPIs. The operational realities of scaling a physical product business. Why most meal prep brands fail and how 1% Fitness survived. Powered by www.ehub.com Connect with us: linktr.ee/knowyourship  Connect with Robert Molling & 1% Fitness Kitchen: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1percentfitness/  Website: https://1percentfit.com Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@1fitness297  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/1-percent-fitness/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-molling-16573589/

    1h 8m

  3. FEB 19

    What Most Supplement Brands Won't Tell You | Gnarly Nutrition CEO

    Dr. Shannon O'Grady, CEO of Gnarly Nutrition, breaks down what's really in your supplements — and what most brands don't want you to know. From proprietary blends to NSF certification to the truth about carbs and artificial sweeteners, Shannon brings a PhD scientist's lens to an industry built on hype. Shannon shares her journey from graduate research and postdoctoral work into the sports nutrition industry, where she helped transform Gnarly into a science-backed, third-party tested brand focused on transparency and athlete trust. The conversation dives into proprietary blends, supplement marketing myths, NSF certification, and why dosage and data matter more than flashy labels. Frank and Shannon also explore resilience — from harsh academic feedback to endurance racing to stepping into the CEO role. Shannon reflects on surrounding herself with experts, learning in real time, and leading with intent rather than ego. Along the way, they tackle controversial topics in nutrition, including carbohydrates, artificial sweeteners, diet culture, and what it really means to be an athlete. Powered by www.ehub.com Connect with us:linktr.ee/knowyourship Connect with Shannon O’Grady: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannon-o-grady-ph-d-44a0bb1a/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shaogrady/ Connect with Gnarly Nutrition: Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/company/gnarlynutrition/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gnarlynutrition/ X: https: //x.com/GnarlyNutrition Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gnarlynutrition YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@gnarlynutrition2410

    1h 30m

  4. FEB 5

    Leadership Isn’t Loud: Jim Herrmann on Trust and Discipline

    Leadership often develops long before titles or recognition follow. In this episode of Know Your Ship, host Frank Dolce speaks with Jim Herrmann about the quiet lessons, influential coaches, and defining moments that shaped his path from rural Wisconsin to Division I football and beyond. Jim shares candid stories from his playing days and the leaders who left a lasting impression on him, including coaches who led with trust, discipline, and calm authority rather than volume. The conversation explores self-doubt, imposter syndrome, and how learning fundamentals — on the field and off — can change the trajectory of a career once someone realizes they belong. Frank and Jim also discuss leadership beyond sports, including how those early lessons now influence Jim’s work in private equity, team building, and relationship-driven business. From recognizing potential to empowering others, Jim reflects on why sustainable success is built on consistency, character, and alignment over time. This episode is for anyone interested in leadership, personal growth, and how the right people — at the right moments — can change everything. Powered by www.ehub.com Connect with us:linktr.ee/knowyourship  Connect with Jim Herrmann:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-herrmann-8733a810/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hermles92/

    1h 25m

  5. JAN 29

    From Prison to Purpose: Ricky Zazueta’s Story of Redemption

    In this episode of Know Your Ship, host Frank Dolce is joined by Ricky “Smaqs” Zazueta for a powerful, unfiltered conversation about addiction, incarceration, identity, and what it truly takes to transform your life. Ricky shares his journey from gang life and substance abuse to sobriety, leadership, and service — offering hard-earned insight into personal responsibility, resilience, and growth. Ricky opens up about the moment he realized his prison sentence wasn’t defined by his charge, but by addiction, and how a single decision to say no became the catalyst for lasting change. The conversation explores identity, accountability, and the discipline required to rebuild your mind, body, and purpose, even in the most restrictive environments. Frank and Ricky also discuss leadership, community, and the responsibility that comes with personal transformation. From serving others through reentry work to mentoring those still navigating addiction and incarceration, Ricky reflects on why growth doesn’t stop at survival — and why true impact comes from lifting others as you rise. This episode is for anyone seeking perspective on resilience, recovery, and what it means to become the highest version of yourself — no matter where you’re starting from. Powered by www.ehub.com Connect with us: linktr.ee/knowyourship  Connect with Ricky Zazueta: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tobiasottt37t3darr/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rickyz03 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ricky-zazueta-b46882187/  X: https://x.com/rickyz03  Listen to Ricky’s podcast Caged No More: https://www.instagram.com/caged.no.more.pod/   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cagednomorepodcast/playlists?app=desktop&view=1&sort=dd&shelf_id=5  Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/caged-no-more-podcast/id1851293982

    1h 25m

  6. JAN 22

    eHub Gives a Ship: Policy, People, and Creating Lasting Change

    In this special episode of Know Your Ship, we introduce a new segment: eHub Gives a Ship — a series highlighting individuals and organizations working to do good in the world and create meaningful community impact. Host Frank Dolce, alongside co-host Preston Cochrane, sits down with Emily Bell McCormick, president and founder of The Policy Project for the inaugural episode. Together, they explore how policy, community collaboration, and nonpartisan leadership can drive lasting change at scale. Emily shares her path from private industry to nonprofit leadership and explains why policy is a powerful tool for addressing complex social challenges. The conversation covers The Policy Project’s work across Utah and beyond, including expanding access to period products in schools, creating teen resource centers, addressing student hunger, preventing child sexual abuse, and improving outcomes for vulnerable youth. Frank, Preston, and Emily also discuss nonprofit leadership, community engagement, and working across the political spectrum. Emily reflects on the importance of upstream solutions and what it takes to build impact that lasts. This episode is for anyone interested in nonprofit work, policy-driven solutions, and organizations committed to doing good — today and for the long term. Powered by www.ehub.com Connect with us: linktr.ee/knowyourship  Connect with Emily Bell McCormick:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emilybellmccormick/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emily-bell-mccormick-2345266a/  X: https://x.com/MccormickBell  Connect with The Policy Project:  Website: https://www.thepolicyproject.org/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepolicyproject  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thepolicyproject  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-policy-project/

    54 min

  7. JAN 15

    Entrepreneurship, Motherhood, and the Journey of Bonobo Baby

    In this episode of Know Your Ship, Frank sits down with Lora Palmer, founder of Bonobo Baby, for a thoughtful conversation about entrepreneurship, motherhood, and building a consumer brand shaped by real-life experience. Lora shares how personal challenges, including postpartum depression, medical trauma, and parenting a child with autism, influenced her path into business and inspired her to create a practical solution for parents. Lora walks through how Bonobo Baby was built from the ground up and why validating ideas before investing time and capital was critical in the early stages. She explains how social media became a powerful tool for testing demand, connecting with customers, and growing a loyal community around the brand. She also reflects on the importance of showing up authentically as a founder and why progress often matters more than perfection. Frank and Lora talk about what leadership and resilience look like in practice, especially when balancing creative ideas with the discipline to execute them. Lora shares how asking for help, working through setbacks, and drawing from personal experience have shaped the way she builds meaningful work for her customers. The result is a warm and honest conversation about building something meaningful while navigating the complexities of real life. This episode is for founders, parents, and anyone interested in entrepreneurship, consumer brands, and creating businesses rooted in genuine experience. Powered by www.ehub.com Connect with us: linktr.ee/knowyourship  Connect with Lora Palmer: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lora-palmer-founder/ Connect with Bonobo Baby: Website: https://bonobobaby.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.bonobo.baby/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBonoboBaby  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebonobobaby

    1h 39m

  8. 12/17/2025

    From Logistics to Leadership: Jim Cochrane on Building Strong Organizations

    Leadership looks different when it’s shaped inside operations rather than from the sidelines. In this episode of Know Your Ship, Frank sits down with Jim Cochrane, CEO of the Package Shippers Association and former USPS executive, for a candid conversation on leadership, learning the business, and developing people the right way. Jim shares how experience across operations, logistics, and executive leadership shaped his approach to leading teams and organizations. He explains why understanding the core business matters at the CEO level, how asking questions instead of giving directives builds ownership, and why giving people real responsibility creates stronger teams and better outcomes. Frank and Jim explore what it takes to lead complex organizations, the importance of operational credibility, and how curiosity and accountability influence decision-making at the executive level. Jim also offers perspective from his current role leading the Package Shippers Association, where collaboration across shippers, carriers, and industry partners is essential. The result is a practical, grounded conversation about leadership that goes beyond theory. This episode is for leaders who want to stay close to the work, build trust with their teams, and lead with clarity. Powered by www.ehub.com Connect with us: linktr.ee/knowyourship  Connect with Jim Cochrane & the Package Shippers Association Jim’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jicochrane/  PSA LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/parcel-shippers-association/  Website: https://packageshippers.org

    1h 10m
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  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
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