Values Based Life

Values Based Life
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This is the Values Based Life podcast, where people who are committed to living in alignment with what is most important to them gather to learn and connect with like minded people.

  1. 4d ago

    Mentor Series: Catherine Richards, PhD MPH

    Catherine Richards is the President & COO of OM1, a real-world evidence generation company. In her role as President, she oversees business operations, product development, technology, informatics, research services, and client delivery. Prior to OM1, Catherine was the Chief Data Officer and SVP, RWD Solutions & Customer Success at ConcertAI, where she led the strategy, vision, and roadmap for oncology-focused real-world data products and ensured clients received value from the company's data, technology, and services. Before ConcertAI, Catherine was the SVP of Analytics & Scientific Engagement at Panalgo, where she led scientific operations, including training and supporting users of Instant Health Data (IHD), as well as the adoption and growth of IHD within healthcare organizations. IHD is a Real World Data (RWD) advanced analytics platform used by pharmaceutical companies, medical device companies, health plans, government agencies, and contract research organizations. Previously, Catherine was the Director of User and Scientific Engagement for Aetion, supporting the use and adoption of the Aetion Evidence Platform. Before that, she was a staff scientist at the Hutchinson Institute for Cancer Outcomes Research (HICOR) at Fred Hutch in Seattle, Washington. Her research focused on improving the quality of cancer care while reducing the economic burden for patients and society. Catherine also has expertise in data visualization and, while at the Hutch, worked with a team of researchers and software engineers to develop an interactive data dashboard for payors and providers in Washington State to facilitate data-driven interventions to improve quality of care and reduce costs. Early in her career, Catherine was a passionate teacher, designing and teaching master's and doctoral-level courses at Columbia University and the City University of New York. For fun, Catherine maintains Dot Data, a blog focused on visualizing the health of populations and a former passion project of hers. To learn more, visit om1.com. -- This episode is part of a new chapter of the Values Based Life podcast, the "Mentor Series." The Mentor Series features executives and other leaders from organizations that have a proven track record of operating in alignment with their mission, vision, purpose and values. By doing this they have created truly engaging cultures - environments where people love to work. The purpose of the Mentor Series is to highlight these committed organizations and share their stories with other leaders so everyone can see the huge benefits of being a Values Based Organization. We hope you enjoy listening to the Mentor Series episodes as much as I have enjoyed being in amazing conversations with these remarkable leaders.

    Mentor Series: Catherine Richards, PhD MPH

  2. 4d ago

    Mentor Series: Abhishek Kumar

    Abhishek Kumar is the Chief Information Officer at AccessHope, where he leads technology, AI, data, cybersecurity, and operational transformation initiatives that help expand access to expert cancer care. Over nearly two decades in healthcare and technology leadership, he has focused on building high-performing teams, scaling innovation, and using technology to solve meaningful problems. Before joining AccessHope, Abhishek held leadership roles with organizations including City of Hope, Johns Hopkins, Johnson & Johnson, Persistent Systems, and Cognizant. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science Engineering and is currently an Executive MBA candidate at the USC Marshall School of Business, focusing on strategy, leadership, and AI-driven transformation. Abhishek is a member of the Forbes Technology Council, a speaker at Salesforce Dreamforce events, and recipient of multiple Fortress Cybersecurity Awards recognizing leadership and innovation in healthcare technology. To learn more, please visit www.myaccesshope.org or connect with Abhishek via LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/in/abhishek-kumar-028713b.   -- This episode is part of a new chapter of the Values Based Life podcast, the "Mentor Series." The Mentor Series features executives and other leaders from organizations that have a proven track record of operating in alignment with their mission, vision, purpose and values. By doing this they have created truly engaging cultures - environments where people love to work. The purpose of the Mentor Series is to highlight these committed organizations and share their stories with other leaders so everyone can see the huge benefits of being a Values Based Organization. We hope you enjoy listening to the Mentor Series episodes as much as I have enjoyed being in amazing conversations with these remarkable leaders.

    Mentor Series: Abhishek Kumar

  3. Sep 6

    Mentor Series: Timo Pelz

    Timo Pelz is a marketing executive, strategist and operator with deep experience helping some of the world's most influential technology companies grow and evolve. He currently serves as Vice President of Marketing at Clever, where he leads brand, product marketing, communications, customer engagement and growth initiatives focused on K-12 education. Prior to Clever, Timo held leadership roles at Reddit, Instagram and Facebook, helping organizations navigate periods of rapid growth, market expansion and business transformation. His work has spanned product marketing, go-to-market strategy, brand building, executive communications and revenue growth. Known for his practical and thoughtful approach to leadership, Timo is passionate about the intersection of strategy, marketing, technology and personal growth. He believes that meaningful success comes from creating clarity, making intentional choices and aligning professional ambition with personal values. To learn more, visit clever.com or connect with Timo Pelz on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/in/timopelz.   -- This episode is part of a new chapter of the Values Based Life podcast, the "Mentor Series." The Mentor Series features executives and other leaders from organizations that have a proven track record of operating in alignment with their mission, vision, purpose and values. By doing this they have created truly engaging cultures - environments where people love to work. The purpose of the Mentor Series is to highlight these committed organizations and share their stories with other leaders so everyone can see the huge benefits of being a Values Based Organization. We hope you enjoy listening to the Mentor Series episodes as much as I have enjoyed being in amazing conversations with these remarkable leaders.

    Mentor Series: Timo Pelz

  4. Aug 30

    Joia Houheneka

    K. Joia Houheneka is an entrepreneur whose work centers on the relationship between mission, luxury, excellence, self-actualization, and human flourishing. As the founder of Gold Standards Magazine, Open Horizons Coaching, and Delve Travel, she empowers leaders to build lives and businesses that reflect their deepest values rather than the expectations of others. Her work invites a deeper question: not simply how to succeed, but what is worthy of one's success. To learn more, please visit https://www.goldstandardsmagazine.com.

    Joia Houheneka

  5. Aug 24

    Bea López

    Bea López is a Sales & Expression Strategist helping ambitious women build magnetic authority through full expression — so they're not just seen, but deeply felt. ​ After 15 years in corporate sales, she was fired for being "too outspoken." ​ That experience didn't just impact her professionally — it made her shrink in every area of her life. ​ Now, she helps women use their voice unapologetically, take up space, and sell in a way that feels powerful, natural, and fully them. ​ Join Robert in this chat connecting values and sales, and being comfortable, confident and effective in sales. ​ Connect with Bea on Instagram at @itsbealopez.

    Bea López

  6. Aug 17

    Mentor Series: Kevin Popejoy

    Kevin Popejoy is a P&L-focused executive with more than 23 years of experience leading security integration and technology platforms through expansion and acquisition cycles across both private equity-backed and public enterprises. He has consistently driven enterprise scale, earnings growth, and operational rigor within complex, multi-division environments. As Chief Operating Officer of BryComm, Kevin scaled revenue from $52 million to $80 million while increasing EBITDA from approximately $4.7 million to $7.2 million prior to the company's strategic acquisition. Following the transaction, he was elevated to Chief Executive Officer and General Manager to lead the next phase of enterprise growth.  Previously, as Regional Vice President and General Manager at Convergint Technologies, he grew a multi-state region from $35 million to $450 million in revenue, expanding EBITDA from approximately $3 million to more than $40 million during his tenure. He operated within private equity recapitalization structures, integrating acquisitions and building scalable regional operating models. At Netronix Integration, Kevin oversaw a $100 million global platform operating at approximately $9 million EBITDA and restructured global sales and operational functions to strengthen earnings consistency and acquisition readiness. Kevin is recognized for aligning operational discipline with financial performance, strengthening margin structure, and building executive leadership teams capable of sustaining enterprise growth within investor-driven environments. -- This episode is part of a new chapter of the Values Based Life podcast, the "Mentor Series." The Mentor Series features executives and other leaders from organizations that have a proven track record of operating in alignment with their mission, vision, purpose and values. By doing this they have created truly engaging cultures - environments where people love to work. The purpose of the Mentor Series is to highlight these committed organizations and share their stories with other leaders so everyone can see the huge benefits of being a Values Based Organization. We hope you enjoy listening to the Mentor Series episodes as much as I have enjoyed being in amazing conversations with these remarkable leaders.

    Mentor Series: Kevin Popejoy

  7. Aug 10

    Mentor Series: Jennifer Rouse

    Jennifer Rouse is Vice President of Marketing at Autonomize AI, where she focuses on the intersection of healthcare, AI, and enterprise technology. She specializes in translating complex innovations into clear, compelling narratives that drive adoption, growth, and market leadership. Her work is centered on the evolving role of AI in healthcare, with particular focus on autonomy, compliance, and operational transformation, and on how emerging technologies can reduce friction, improve outcomes, and create measurable real-world impact. ​ With more than 20 years of experience leading growth, go-to-market strategy, and brand transformation across enterprise technology, cloud, cybersecurity, and healthcare, Jennifer brings deep expertise in building and scaling market strategies for both global enterprises and high-growth startups. Prior to joining Autonomize AI, she served as Worldwide Head of Healthcare Marketing at Amazon Web Services, where she led global marketing strategy to help healthcare organizations leverage cloud, data, and AI to improve care delivery, operational efficiency, and innovation at scale. ​ Jennifer has also held leadership roles at IBM and Cisco, advised enterprise and emerging companies as a global analyst with Forrester Research and SiriusDecisions, and partnered with cloud and AI startups to accelerate growth and market adoption. Her career has consistently focused on helping highly regulated and traditionally underserved industries modernize how they operate and communicate value, with experience spanning healthcare, education, government, and public safety. ​ Outside of work, Jennifer is a longtime athlete, coach, and community advocate committed to service and leadership development. She has served in volunteer and leadership roles supporting youth development, foster advocacy, and veteran career transitions. ​ To learn more, please visit at autonomize.ai or connect via LinkedIn: Jennifer: linkedin.com/in/jennifer-rouse-35b4aa2 Autonomize: linkedin.com/company/autonomizeai     --   This episode is part of a new chapter of the Values Based Life podcast, the "Mentor Series." The Mentor Series features executives and other leaders from organizations that have a proven track record of operating in alignment with their mission, vision, purpose and values. By doing this they have created truly engaging cultures - environments where people love to work. The purpose of the Mentor Series is to highlight these committed organizations and share their stories with other leaders so everyone can see the huge benefits of being a Values Based Organization. We hope you enjoy listening to the Mentor Series episodes as much as I have enjoyed being in amazing conversations with these remarkable leaders.

    Mentor Series: Jennifer Rouse

  8. Aug 4

    Mentor Series: Joel Jeselsohn

    Joel Jeselsohn is an international senior finance and operations executive who has spent his career scaling technology-driven companies and transforming finance organizations into strategic growth engines. ​ As CFO for global businesses including Aquant AI, Tangoe, relayr (a Munich Re company), American Well, Achieve3000, ClickSoftware, and NUR, he has led finance, legal, and operations across public, private, and PE-backed environments. ​ He is known for driving business transformation, automation, and CFO office modernization, including large-scale CRM, ERP, and FP&A implementations, SaaS and EaaS model builds, M&A, and IPO readiness. ​ His work has contributed to significant revenue growth, major liquidity events, and substantial cost efficiencies, while strengthening KPI discipline and data-driven decision-making at the board and executive levels. ​ Having led teams and operations across the US, Europe, Israel, APAC, India, and Latin America, Joel brings a global perspective and is fluent in multiple languages. ​ He holds an MBA in Finance and a BA in Economics and Accounting from Bar Ilan University and is a licensed CPA in Israel. To learn more, please visit www.aquant.ai.  -- This episode is part of a new chapter of the Values Based Life podcast, the "Mentor Series." The Mentor Series features executives and other leaders from organizations that have a proven track record of operating in alignment with their mission, vision, purpose and values. By doing this they have created truly engaging cultures - environments where people love to work. The purpose of the Mentor Series is to highlight these committed organizations and share their stories with other leaders so everyone can see the huge benefits of being a Values Based Organization. We hope you enjoy listening to the Mentor Series episodes as much as I have enjoyed being in amazing conversations with these remarkable leaders.

    Mentor Series: Joel Jeselsohn
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This is the Values Based Life podcast, where people who are committed to living in alignment with what is most important to them gather to learn and connect with like minded people.

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  • Creator
    Values Based Life
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    87
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