Next In Line

Next In Line Podcast
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Next in Line is a podcast about what it really takes to lead and why it's time to pay it forward. Hosted by Cesar Jimenez, Founder/CEO of Prosource IT and Founder/Board Member at myBasePay, and co-hosted by Karina Jimenez, Founder of Social Kraft, each episode features unfiltered conversations with executives who’ve built, failed, and learned the hard way. They’re not here to impress; they’re here to share the truth with the next generation of leaders coming up behind them.

  1. 3D AGO

    Ep. 39: Anna Bell, Senior VP Marketing at Central Garden & Pet, Building High-Performing Marketing Teams

    Anna Bell, Senior VP Marketing at Central Garden & Pet, joins Karina Jimenez to share how a finance foundation shaped her approach to marketing, leadership, and business impact. They cover stepping into leadership early, building trust-driven teams, and the pillars Anna looks for in modern marketing orgs: functional expertise, creativity, curiosity, and agility. Anna also explains how she thinks about AI as a tool, how to balance innovation with operational stability, and why strong communication matters more than ever in a multi-generational workplace.

    36 min

  2. 5D AGO

    Ep. 38: Vidette Pires, Chief Information Officer at HairClub, AI, Cybersecurity, and Business Alignment

    Vedette Pires, Chief Information Officer at HairClub, joins Cesar Jimenez to share her journey from tech support to executive leadership and why career paths are rarely linear. Vedette reflects on the mentor who pushed her outside her comfort zone, what she wishes she had known earlier about leadership, and why you do not need a title to lead. She explains how the role of the CIO has evolved from centralized IT to business-wide alignment, and why judgment matters more than being the smartest technical voice in the room. They also discuss AI as a tool for acceleration, the growing pressure of cybersecurity, how strong leaders attract strong teams, and why young professionals should focus on growth and experience, not just compensation.

    56 min

  3. FEB 12

    Ep.37: Jeff Lupinacci, Founder and CEO of Evolve HR Solutions, AI as the Third Workforce

    Jeff Lupinacci, Founder and CEO of Evolve HR Solutions, joins Karina Jimenez to share his career journey from manufacturing to corporate HR and ultimately entrepreneurship. Jeff explains how walking through open doors shaped his path and why varied experiences early on can compound over time. They discuss Jeff’s concept of AI as a third workforce alongside full-time and contract talent, how leaders should think about mapping work across people and technology, and where AI adds value without replacing human judgment. Jeff also shares practical advice for the next generation on AI fluency, job hopping versus building depth, and why in-person relationships still matter for long term career growth.

    36 min

  4. FEB 10

    Ep. 36: Toni Baruti, CIO & CTO at AllHealth Network, Mentorship, Culture, and AI in Behavioral Health

    Toni Baruti, CIO & CTO at AllHealth Network, joins Cesar Jimenez to share how curiosity shaped her path from finance into IT leadership, business intelligence, and the C suite. They discuss mentorship and building pathways for others, what a strong culture looks like in practice, and how Toni hires and leads with clarity and accountability. Toni also explains how her team is approaching AI in behavioral health with clear governance, real-world use cases, and a strong focus on keeping humans in the loop.

    1h 34m

  5. FEB 5

    Ep. 35: Kathy Fore, Director of Community Relations and Marketing at Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Florida, A Nontraditional Path to Marketing Leadership

    Kathy Fore, Director of Community Relations and Marketing at Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Florida, joins Karina Jimenez to share how she built a 25+ year marketing career without taking a traditional college path. Kathy reflects on moving from agency to corporate to nonprofit work, what truly stays the same in marketing, and how mentorship and curiosity shaped her leadership style. They discuss navigating ageism in the marketing industry, learning from tough leaders, and why understanding the mission is essential in nonprofit marketing. The conversation closes with what’s ahead for RMHC of Central Florida in 2026, including its 30th anniversary and global rebrand, as well as advice for anyone carving their own lane and leading with purpose.

    35 min

  6. FEB 3

    Ep. 34: Sharon Milz, Chief Information Officer at TIME, Leading Through Change and Trust

    Sharon Milz, Chief Information Officer at TIME, joins host Cesar Jimenez to share her journey from early infrastructure roles to leading technology at one of the world’s most recognized media brands. Sharon reflects on how working across industries shaped her leadership approach and why understanding the business context matters as much as technical expertise. They discuss building trust within teams, creating environments where people feel safe raising issues early, and the importance of continuous learning as technology and AI continue to reshape the role of today’s CIO. Sharon also shares her commitment to mentorship, supporting women in tech, and paying it forward to the next generation of leaders.

    1h 2m

  7. JAN 29

    Ep. 33: Fred Van Essen, Chief Strategy Officer, Creating Space for Teams to Win

    Fred Van Essen, Chief Strategy Officer, joins co-host Karina Jimenez to share leadership lessons from airlines, satellite communications, and high-growth teams bringing new products to market. He explains why strong leaders speak less, listen more, and create space for others to contribute. They talk about building teams that thrive with freedom and accountability, how to protect innovation early on, and why transparency and trust matter when organizations are under pressure to change.

    38 min

  8. JAN 27

    Ep. 32: Neil Morris, Head of Information Technology at Redaptive, Building Teams, Talent, and Long-Term Value

    Neil Morris, Head of Information Technology at Redaptive, shares his leadership journey from becoming a father in high school to leading complex IT organizations across aerospace, energy, and enterprise environments. He reflects on how resilience, family support, and community shaped his career and leadership mindset. Neil explains how he attracts and develops strong teams by hiring for learning ability, humility, and adaptability rather than narrow technical experience. He discusses managing high performers who struggle with team dynamics, the importance of cultural awareness in leadership, and how executives should view AI as a business value driver rather than a shortcut. The conversation closes with practical guidance for new executives stepping into the C-suite and for graduates navigating early technology careers.

    1h 23m
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Next in Line is a podcast about what it really takes to lead and why it's time to pay it forward. Hosted by Cesar Jimenez, Founder/CEO of Prosource IT and Founder/Board Member at myBasePay, and co-hosted by Karina Jimenez, Founder of Social Kraft, each episode features unfiltered conversations with executives who’ve built, failed, and learned the hard way. They’re not here to impress; they’re here to share the truth with the next generation of leaders coming up behind them.

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  • Creator
    Next In Line Podcast
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    40
  • Rating
    Explicit
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