14 episodes

Extraordinary things happen through collaboration, influence and inspiration. No successful person has ever achieved their goals on their own. Host Brian Tierney sits down with the nation’s most successful business and industry leaders to discuss their personal journeys and unpack the stories and people who helped them get to where they are today.

As CEO of Brian Communications – an award-winning strategic communications firm headquartered in Philadelphia – Brian Tierney leverages his life experience to provide clients with strategic insights that help define and express their story. With 35 years’ experience in the communications industry, Brian’s unique perspective reflects the various roles he has held as a trusted counsel, veteran marketing executive and visionary dreamer.

Withology will explore the philosophy that Brian’s parents instilled in him at a young age: anything is possible with hard work and great people.

Withology Brian Tierney, Brian Communications

    • Business
    • 5.0 • 6 Ratings

Extraordinary things happen through collaboration, influence and inspiration. No successful person has ever achieved their goals on their own. Host Brian Tierney sits down with the nation’s most successful business and industry leaders to discuss their personal journeys and unpack the stories and people who helped them get to where they are today.

As CEO of Brian Communications – an award-winning strategic communications firm headquartered in Philadelphia – Brian Tierney leverages his life experience to provide clients with strategic insights that help define and express their story. With 35 years’ experience in the communications industry, Brian’s unique perspective reflects the various roles he has held as a trusted counsel, veteran marketing executive and visionary dreamer.

Withology will explore the philosophy that Brian’s parents instilled in him at a young age: anything is possible with hard work and great people.

    Leading Through Change | Withology Live Recording

    Leading Through Change | Withology Live Recording

    On this special live recording of Withology, Brian engages in insightful conversations with Angela Val, President and CEO of Visit Philadelphia; Sue Perrotty, President and CEO of Tower Health; Lisa Hughes, Publisher and CEO of Philadelphia Inquirer; and Stacey Robertson, President of Widener University.
    In this episode, each of these leaders generously shares their expertise, offering valuable insights into what it truly means to be an effective leader, especially in times of change.
    Get the full show notes and more resources at Briancom.com/about. 

    • 56 min
    Leading a Global Pharma Solutions Company | Steve Collis (Ep. 11)

    Leading a Global Pharma Solutions Company | Steve Collis (Ep. 11)

    On this episode of Withology, Steve Collis, Chairman, President and CEO of Cencora sits down with Brian for an insightful and wide-ranging conversation. Together, they discuss Steve's journey from growing up in Johannesburg, South Africa to leading Cencora, a Fortune 20 company. 
    Get the full show notes and more resources at Briancom.com/about. 




     

    • 33 min
    Lessons From a Dear Friend and Advertising Maven | Ed Mahlman (Ep. 10)

    Lessons From a Dear Friend and Advertising Maven | Ed Mahlman (Ep. 10)

    On this episode of Withology, Brian chats with a very close friend who is an Executive Vice President at Brian Communications, Ed Mahlman. Together, they cover Ed’s time as the Executive Director of the Pennsylvania Lottery and working as the Chief Marketing Officer for The Philadelphia Inquirer, Daily News and Philly.com. Listen in as old friends catch up and Ed shares his wisdom in the advertising field. 

    Get the full show notes and more resources at Briancom.com/about. 

    • 21 min
    Bridging the Housing Gap in Philadelphia | Sister Mary Scullion (Ep. 9)

    Bridging the Housing Gap in Philadelphia | Sister Mary Scullion (Ep. 9)

    On episode 9 of Withology, Brian is joined by Sister Mary Scullion, president and executive director of Project H.O.M.E, a nationally recognized organization that aims to break the cycle of homelessness and poverty in Philadelphia. In this episode, Sister Mary shares her journey of spirituality, dedication to service work, and the creation of the first Outreach Coordination Center in the nation. 

    Get the full show notes and more resources at Briancom.com/about. 

    • 21 min
    Overcoming Adversity and Creating a Legacy | Fawn Lopez, Part 2 (Episode 8)

    Overcoming Adversity and Creating a Legacy | Fawn Lopez, Part 2 (Episode 8)

     
    On Episode 8, Part 2, Brian sits down with Publisher Emeritus of Modern Healthcare, Fawn Lopez. Modern Healthcare is the healthcare industry’s leading source for industry business and policy news, research and information.  
    In this two-part episode, Fawn unfolds her remarkable journey of overcoming adversity as a teenager and navigating the challenges of adapting to life in a new country. Her unwavering determination and achievements in the publishing realm serve as a testament to the power of resilience and persistence. Against all odds, Fawn defied expectations and emerged as a trailblazing publisher, achieving remarkable success in her career. Her story is a shining example of how tenacity and perseverance can lead to extraordinary accomplishments.
    Experience Fawn's incredible narrative in her book, "Unstoppable," which can be found on Barnesandnoble.com, Amazon and Fish Pond. To learn more about Fawn, head to her website fawnlopez.com.  
     

    • 25 min
    Overcoming Adversity and Creating a Legacy | Fawn Lopez, Part 1 (Episode 8)

    Overcoming Adversity and Creating a Legacy | Fawn Lopez, Part 1 (Episode 8)

    On this two-part episode of Withology, Brian is joined by Publisher Emeritus of Modern Healthcare, Fawn Lopez. During her 17 years of work with Modern Healthcare, the publication has grown to become the leading source of healthcare information, business and policy news, and research. In this episode, Fawn opens about her struggles as an immigrant from South Vietnam at 15 years old and adjusting to a new unfamiliar life.
    Get the full show notes and more resources at Briancom.com/about.
     

    • 23 min

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