Branding – The Mentors Radio: Recent Episodes
Tom Loarie and Dan Hesse
In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks with Lifang He, a global tech brand strategist and marketing leader who is known for her more than 20 years experience launching record-breaking, popular tech innovations that include Apple’s iPhone and more. Data shows that up to eighty percent (80%) of technology ventures fail—not because their technology doesn’t work, but because they fail to drive consumer adoption. Why? We dive deep into the engine room of the modern tech economy to explore how great ideas actually win hearts, minds, and lasting market share. Too many business builders treat branding as a superficial creative mask to be slapped onto a product at the very end of its development cycle. Our guest today—Lifang He—argues that this exact mistake is what kills promising products and drains investor capital. She should know. A standout global brand strategist and tech marketing leader, Lifang He brings nearly twenty years of masterclass experience driving go-to-market excellence for the world’s most influential market leaders. She grew up as a competitive athlete in China, stepped into the advertising arena with Wieden+Kennedy on the Nike business, and after moving to the U.S., landed inside Apple’s dedicated global advertising agency, Media Arts Lab, where she helped orchestrate multiple global iPhone launches and worked on the historic “Shot on iPhone” campaign. From there, she built categories at Amazon, scaled product ecosystems at Ring, and directed brand integration for Amazon Pharmacy. Her career has been defined by building products and brands that scale fast and deliver results. She has earned industry recognition such as a Cannes Lions Grand Prix Award, a Fastest Growing Brands Award, and a Jay Chiat Award for Strategic Excellence. She now leads a consultancy specializing in brand strategy, product innovation, and go-to-market. Lifang is also the author of the brilliant new guide, Brand Power Built In: How Tech Products Really Win Hearts and Minds. LISTEN TO this radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or go to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!
SHOW NOTES:LIFANG HE:
- BIO:
- https://www.lifanghe.me
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/lifanghe
- BOOK:
- Brand Power Built In: How Tech Products Really Win Hearts and Minds, by Lifang He
In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, who, in two decades as Commissioner, has built the NFL into a sports, media and cultural leader—growing the NFL to be not only America’s, but the world’s top sports league, with 13 of the world’s 20 most valuable teams being NFL teams. Ninety-three (93) of the top 100 rated programs on American television were NFL games. Starting as an intern for Commissioner Pete Rozelle in the early ’80s, Roger became the league’s first Chief Operating Officer, and he succeeded Commissioner Paul Tagliabue as Commissioner in 2006. Roger has focused on strengthening the game for players and fans alike. He prioritized improving player health and safety through new rules and better equipment, driving down concussions and other major injuries. Under his leadership, the NFL has secured consecutive, ten-year transformative collective bargaining agreements with the NFL Players Association, allowing the league to grow and thrive, enhancing pay and benefits for current and retired players and ensuring decades of labor peace. In 2021, he negotiated long-term media agreements with CBS, ESPN/ABC, FOX, NBC and Amazon, which brought Thursday Night Football to a streaming platform for the first time. He has since spearheaded groundbreaking deals with YouTube for NFL Sunday Ticket and Netflix for the NFL’s Christmas games, reaching a generation of younger fans. Under Roger’s leadership, an increasing number of regular-season games are played outside of the US, and he’s supported the rise of flag football globally. He also moved the NFL Draft from New York to cities and fans across the country.
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SHOW NOTES:ROGER GOODELL:
- BIO:
- BIO: Roger Goodell
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roger_Goodell
- BOOKS:
- Every Day is Sunday, by Ken Belson
- The Biography of Roger Goodell, by Christopher Mateo
In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks with Horst Schulze, the legendary founder of the Ritz-Carlton hotel group, and author of Excellence Wins, as he shares his humble and amazing story of how – and why – he set the gold standard for customer service that ultimately led to the creation of the most iconic hotel brand in the world… and it all began with a dream at age five! Horst began his illustrious career as a busboy. How did he end up founding the Ritz-Carlton? What did he learn about leadership, business structure, people management, genuine motivation, financing and surviving amid brutally tough times? All these lessons and learnings—and more—are packed into this episode. LISTEN TO the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!
SHOW NOTES:HORST SCHULZE:
- BIO:
- AAE Speakers
- Bloomberg
- BOOK:
- Excellence Wins: A No-Nonsense Guide to Becoming the Best in a World of Compromise, by Horst Schulze
- ARTICLES:
- “Former Ritz Carlton President Horst Schulze Talks About The New Frontier In Luxury Hotels“ – Forbes
- “The Second Act Of Horst Schulze Is Finally Taking Off” – Forbes
- WEBSITE:
- https://horstschulze.com/
“Industry luminaries regard Horst Schulze as the leading hotelier in the world, but his influence extends far beyond the hospitality business.”
—Dr. Tim Irwin, New York Times bestselling author and leadership authority
In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with Chris Cillizza, an American political analyst, journalist, and digital media creator. He is best known for his sharp, accessible breakdowns of U.S. politics. He now runs a popular YouTube channel and publishes on Substack, where he explains political news in clear, engaging terms. In his latest book, Power Players: Sports, Politics, and the American Presidency, Chris takes a non-partisan and fascinating approach to understanding leadership. Instead of just studying presidents as politicians, he looks at them as athletes, competitors and fans, and uncovers what sports reveals about their leadership traits. His insights apply to all leaders, whether in business, entrepreneurship, at home or in a volunteer capacity. Absolutely fascinating and insightful! LISTEN TO the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!
SHOW NOTES:CHRIS CILLIZZA:
- BIO:
- BIO: Chris Cillizza
- BOOKS:
- Power Players: Sports, Politics and the American Presidency, by Chris Cillizza
- The Gospel According to the Fix: An Insider’s Guide to a Less than Holy World of Politics, by Chris Cillizza
In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks withAndy Beckstoffer, named “the most powerful grapegrower by Wall Street Journal and the Wine Spectator. Few people have played a more pivotal, pioneering role in Napa Valley’s evolution into a world class wine region than Andy Beckstoffer, who owns Beckstoffer Vineyards. Beckstoffer Vineyards includes six Napa “Heritage sites” which consistently produce some of the best wines in the world, being awarded 100 point scores year after year. Perhaps most notably, Andy introduced an innovative and radical new grape pricing structure in 1976, which created a major and lasting shift in how the California wine industry views the importance of wine growers and grape quality. The Wall Street Journal and the Wine Spectator have both named Andy Beckstoffer the “Most Powerful Grapegrower.” In 1975, at age 35, Andy was a founding Director and the second President of the Napa Valley Grapegrowers Association. He and his wife of 60 years, Betty Beckstoffer, were honored as St. Helena’s “Citizens of the Year” and Andy has been named Grower of the Year three times, by three different organizations. He was also named Agriculturalist of the Year twice. In 2007, Andy received the Wine Industry Leadership Award, the first ever United States Congressional Wine Caucus Commendation, and in 2010, he was inducted into the Vintners Hall of Fame. LISTEN TO the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!
SHOW NOTES:
ANDY BECKSTOFFER:
- BIO:
- BIO: Andy Beckstoffer
- WEBSITE:
- https://beckstoffervineyards.com/
- OTHER:
- Historical Timeline of Beckstoffer Vineyards
- Guts, Luck and Vision: An Interview with Andy Beckstoffer (by Silverado Farming, December 2022)
In this episode of The Mentors Radio, Host Tom Loarie talks with Michael Collopy, one of the preeminent portrait photographers of our time — a man whose camera has revealed the inner soul of saints, world leaders, Nobel Peace laureates, and some of the most recognizable entertainers on the planet. Over 45 years, he has photographed six U.S. presidents, 37 Nobel Peace Prize laureates, and hundreds of global icons — and in the process, he has observed patterns of character, humility, ego, joy, and loneliness that very few people ever get to see up close. Michael Collopy is self-taught, yet mentored by giants like Ansel Adams and Richard Avedon. His life’s work has taken him from Mother Teresa’s streets of Calcutta, to Pope John Paul II in Mexico City, to Nelson Mandela, to the Rolling Stones in Paris, and everywhere in between. In this episode, you’ll discover what Michael has learned about people — about what truly distinguishes the great from the merely famous, the fulfilled from the restless, and the peacemakers from the performers. LISTEN TO the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!
SHOW NOTES:MICHAEL COLLOPY:
- BIO:
- https://www.michaelcollopyphotography.com/about/
- BOOKS:
- Courage, by Michael Collopy (Limited Edition, 2020)
- Architects of Peace: Visions of Hope in Words and Images, by Michael Collopy
- Works of Love are Works of Peace, by Michael Collopy
- WEBSITE:
- https://www.michaelcollopyphotography.com
“Michael has consistently shown sensitivity in his work, and it appears that the Muse rests lightly on his shoulder for his work captures the essence of his subjects.” – DR. MAYA ANGELOU
In this episode of The Mentors Radio, Host Dan Hesse talks with Robert L. Dilenschneider, who has been called “the Dean of American Public Relations Executives,” to discuss his just-released book, his nineteenth, Respect: How to Change the World One Interaction at a Time. In 1991, Bob formed The Dilenschneider Group, providing strategic advice and counsel to Fortune 500 companies, leading families, and individuals around the world. He is well-known for his experience in fields ranging from mergers and acquisitions, crisis communications and marketing, to government affairs and international media. Prior to forming his own firm, Bob served as the President and CEO of Hill and Knowlton for 15 years. In 2012, he established the Civility in America Lecture Series, featuring many of the nation’s leading thinkers, which provides a perspective on what can be done to restore civility in our Country. Bob discusses why respecting others and their points of view is so important as well as lessons he learned from his decades leading public relations firms. LISTEN TO the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!
SHOW NOTES:ROBERT L. DILENSCHNEIDER:
- BIO:
- Bio: Robert L. Dilenschneider
- BOOKS:
- Respect: How to Change the World One Interaction at a Time, by Robert L. Dilenschneider
- Character – Life Lessons in Courage, Integrity and Leadership, by Robert L. Dilenschneider
- Other books by Robert L. Dilenschneider
- WEBSITE:
- https://www.dilenschneider.com/index.php
In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with Patrick McGee, author of the best-selling book Apple in China, who tells a riveting story about how Apple almost single-handedly built the advanced electronics industry in China only to find itself trapped in a relationship with an authoritarian state making ever-increasing demands, and giving Beijing power that could be weaponized. Even though China’s immense domestic market is hard to resist, this is a cautionary tale for listeners thinking about doing business in China and helps explain how China made progress competing against American tech companies so quickly. Patrick was the Financial Times’ principal Apple reporter from 2019 to 2023, where he won a San Francisco Press Club Award for his coverage. He joined the newspaper in 2013, in Hong Kong, before reporting from Germany and California. Previously, he was a bond reporter at The Wall Street Journal. He has a master’s degree in global diplomacy from SOAS at the University of London, and a degree in religious studies from the University of Toronto. Listen to THE MENTORS RADIO podcast anywhere, any time, on any platform, including Spotify and Apple, just click here!
SHOW NOTES:PATRICK McGEE:
- BIO:
- https://patrick-mcgee.com/#card-8xuph49kjpjo2xo
- BOOK:
- Apple in China: The Capture of the World’s Greatest Company, by Patrick McGee
- WEBSITE:
- https://patrick-mcgee.com/
In this episode of The Mentors Radio, host Dan Hesse talks with General Stanley McChrystal, U.S. Army General (Ret.), Commander of U.S. and International Forces in Afghanistan, Leader of the Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC), co-founder and CEO of McChrystal Group, and noted, best-selling author of several books. A one-of-a-kind leader with a new perspective on collaboration and teamwork, General Stan McChrystal is known for helping organizations tap into the potential of their people to better compete in a complex and interconnected world. Following thirty-four years of service in the U.S. Army—including as commander of U.S. and International Security Assistance Forces (ISAF) Afghanistan and commander of the nation’s premier counter-terrorism force— General McChrystal delivers his unique blend of on-the- ground experience with decades of leadership to provide practical insight and wisdom to help organizations transform and succeed in challenging, dynamic environments. General McChrystal now leads the McChrystal Group as its founder and CEO, which helps organizations of all types transform how their people, processes, and technology work together to unlock greater speed and adaptability. As the author of several best-selling books, General McChrystal latest examines the character of leaders and what makes someone who they are and, importantly, how they will be remembered. Listen to THE MENTORS RADIO broadcast on Salem Radio in San Francisco, via live-streaming on iHeart Radio worldwide or anytime, on ANY podcast platform, including Apple Podcast, Spotify, iTunes, TuneIN, Stitcher, Google Play and all the others. Sign up for the podcast here.
SHOW NOTES:GENERAL STANLEY “STAN” McCHRYSTAL, General Ret., U.S. Army:
- BIO:
- https://leadershipheights.org/speaker-series/stanley-mcchrystal/
- https://www.boldbusiness.com/human-achievement/stanley-mcchrystal-founder-mcchrystal-group-bold-leader/
- BOOKS:
- NEWEST BOOK: On Character: Choices that Define a Life, by General Stanley McChrystal
- My Share of the Task: A Memoir, by General Stanley McChrystal
- Team of Teams: New Rules of Engagement for a Complex World, by General Stanley McChrystal
- Leaders: Myth and Reality, by General Stanley McChrystal
- Risk: A User’s Guide, by General Stanley McChrystal
- WEBSITE:
- McChrystal Group
In this compelling episode of The Mentors Radio, Host Tom Loarie talks with global strategist Ram Charan who returns with a powerful message for leaders at every level. From AI integration to talent shortages, from critical thinking to cash flow, Ram offers sharp, actionable insights. Ram explains why capital flows matter more than headlines, how humility fuels leadership growth, and why war rooms and curated newsletters are replacing traditional news sources. Most urgently, he reveals China’s economic strategy to undermine democracies—including the U.S.—and why we must understand it now. If you want to lead, adapt, and stay ahead, this conversation is your roadmap. Listen to THE MENTORS RADIO broadcast on Salem Radio in San Francisco, via live-streaming on iHeart Radio worldwide or anytime, on ANY podcast platform, including Apple Podcast, Spotify, iTunes, TuneIN, Stitcher, Google Play and all the others. Sign up for the podcast here.
SHOW NOTES:RAM CHARAN:
- BIO:
- Ram Charan, Ph.D. is renowned global consultant, an exceptionally keen observer of future retail and economic ecosystems, how to serve clients better, faster and deliver more satisfaction and brand loyalty and more, and a critical advisor to such corporate founders as Amazon’s Jeff Bezos and many, many more. He shares his insights in guiding others and in books and is a prolific, multi-time, best-selling author. You can listen to his story, growing up in India, how he changed his family’s marketplace show-selling business by observing ways to serve clients better, faster and in a way that radically transformed their family business and their customers’ satisfaction in our first episode with Ram Charan here:How to Grow Fast and Make an Impact, with Ram Charan . Regardless of your level of achievement, YOU CANNOT HELP BUT LEARN FROM RAM.
- BOOKS: (partial list)
- NEWEST BOOK – To be released in August/September 2025 – China’s Assault: How to Break It Before It’s Too Late, by Ram Charan
- What the CEO Wants You to Know: Using Business Acumen to Understand How Your Company Really Works, by Ram Charan
- Execution, by Ram Charan
- The High Potential Leader: How to Grow Fast, Take on New Responsibilities, and Make an Impact, by Ram Charan
- The Attacker’s Advantage; Turning Uncertainty Into Breakthrough Opportunities, by Ram Charan
In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with Robert Parker, a man widely considered the most powerful critic of any genre in history, about changing careers to pursue a passion. Pulitzer-prize winning media critic David Shaw, in his two-part Front Page profile for the Los Angeles Times, called wine critic Robert Parker “the most powerful critic of any kind, anywhere.” Parker’s impact on the wine world has been unrivaled, and many others agree that no critic of any genre, be it theatre, movies, music, art or fashion, has been as influential in their industry as Robert Parker has been in wine. Internationally acclaimed and recognized, Parker is the only wine critic ever awarded France’s highest Presidential honor, which he received twice, from France’s Presidents Chirac and Mitterrand. Robert was the first critic given Italy’s top honor by Italy’s President Berlusconi. He was also the first critic given Spain’s highest civilian honor by King Juan Carlos. Even though his influence is global, being hounded by paparazzi when he’d visit places like Japan, Robert Parker is an American writer who has had an enormous impact on America’s interest in and fascination with wine, and many say he’s been a major influence on how wine tastes and is made today. Listen to the show broadcast on Salem Radio in San Francisco, via live-streaming on iHeart Radio worldwide or anytime, on ANY podcast platform, including Apple Podcast, Spotify, iTunes, TuneIN, Stitcher, Google Play and all the others. Sign up for the podcast here.
SHOW NOTES:ROBERT PARKER:
- BIO:
- BIO: Robert Parker
- Robert Parker (wine critic) – Wikipedia
- WEBSITE: https://www.robertparker.com/
- VIDEO:
- Robert Parker’s interview with Charlie Rose
- BOOK:
- The Emperor of Wine-The Rise of Robert M. Parker, Jr. and the Reign of American Taste – Elin McCoy
In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks with Terry Hanck, a multi-award-winning blues and soul saxophonist, singer and songwriter whose journey is as raw and real as the music he plays. Terry didn’t follow a straight line to success. He started as a surfer and diver, found his voice through a saxophone at age 21, toured the world with Elvin Bishop, and went on to lead his own band for more than three decades. Along the way, he’s won multiple BMA Awards, that is Blues Music Awards (BMA) and played with legends of the genre. But this is more than a story about music—it’s about finding your passion, staying one step ahead of a “real job,” and living life on your terms. You won’t want to miss this conversation. LISTEN TO the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!
SHOW NOTES: BIO: + https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Terry_Hanck * TERRY HANCK BAND: + https://terryhanck.net/band.html * WEBSITE*: + https://www.terryhanck.net/
“His fiery reed work, beautiful tone and effortless, inventive melodies make for a thoroughly enjoyable listening… his voice is a marvel. He can make it growl, ache, croon, moan and tease, and then some. It is a superb instrument in its instrument in its own right.” – Joseph Jordan, Golden Gate Blues News (SF)
In this episode of The Mentors Radio, Host Tom Loarie talks with Ram Charan, Ph.D., renowned global consultant and prolific, best-selling author, who reveals how any entity can grow fast and make an impact for good. Dr. Charan shares his surprisingly simple yet profound observations from his experience as a street vendor as a youth. Ram also talks about the five basics to understanding business, thought-expanding insights into the radical changes he sees in business and economic trends that will soon make or break companies, and what this means for today’s business growth strategies in any business. “Ram has the rare ability to distill meaningful from meaningless and transfer it in a quiet, effective way without destroying confidences,” says Jack Welch, former chairman of General Electric. Ivan Seidenberg, former CEO of Verizon concurs, referring to Charan as his “secret weapon.” LISTEN TO the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!
SHOW NOTES:RAM CHARAN:
- Execution, by Ram Charan
- The High Potential Leader: How to Grow Fast, Take on New Responsibilities, and Make an Impact, by Ram Charan
- The Attacker’s Advantage; Turning Uncertainty Into Breakthrough Opportunities, by Ram Charan
- What the CEO Wants You to Know: Using Business Acumen to Understand How Your Company Really Works, by Ram Charan
PLEASE NOTE:
Due to a technical difficulty, the podcast of this Episode will be uploaded by Tuesday, April 8.
In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks with David P. Wallace, sales expert and author, to uncover what the best sales professionals know—and how you can apply those same principles to your own life, no matter what your profession, background, circumstances. David has spent his career leading high-performing sales teams, advising companies on building world-class sales organizations, and helping professionals master the art of persuasion. He shares a wealth of insights as he breaks down the core principles of effective selling. Together, we’ll explore the different styles of selling, the common mistakes people make when trying to influence others, and the sales skills that anyone—regardless of their profession—can use to be more effective. How you use these skills can help you if you are in transition and need to sell yourself in today’s challenging job market, or if you are an entrepreneur and need to persuade investors, or if you want to improve internal communication and collaboration within your organization. David P. Wallace is also the author of The Sales Executive Handbook, a guide to creating and sustaining a winning sales force. Ultimately, whether we know it or not—we’re ALL in sales. From job seekers, to entrepreneurs, to professionals navigating internal office politics, to every day life and family…we spend our days persuading, influencing, and negotiating. Every day, we persuade, influence and communicate ideas—whether it’s selling a product, pitching an idea, securing funding for a new venture, or even convincing a hiring manager that we’re the right person for the job. Selling isn’t just for sales professionals—it’s a fundamental skill that drives success in business and in life! If you’ve ever wondered how to sharpen your ability to influence others, communicate more effectively, or close more deals—whether in business, your career, or everyday life—this conversation is for you. LISTEN TO the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!
SHOW NOTES:DAVID P. WALLACE:
- BIO:
- https://wallacemanagement.com/about-us/about-david-wallace/
- https://wallacemanagement.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/David-P.-Wallace-CV.pdf
- BOOK:
- The Sales Executive Handbook: 8 Essential Elements of Sales Management, by David P. Wallace
- WEBSITE:
- https://wallacemanagement.com/
In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with Jerome Bettis (also known as “The Bus”), who is a Hall of Fame running back and Walter Peyton NFL Man of the Year. Jerome describes how he “broke the cycle” of shunning rookies in the locker room and instead focused on encouraging and mentoring them. He also talks about how the generosity of one pro football player he met as a kid drove him to develop the habit of giving a “hand up” to those in need; a habit that he knows he will continue for the rest of his life. “The Bus” is also the title of Jerome’s bestselling autobiography, which tells the story of Bettis’ rise from a Detroit ghetto to an illustrious collegiate and professional football career. A six-time Pro Bowl selection and one of the league’s all-time leading rushers, Jerome retired in 2006 after helping the Steelers win the Super Bowl, and in 2022, at age 50, Bettis received a bachelor’s degree from the University of Notre Dame, fulfilling a promise he made to his mother when he left college for the NFL draft a year before graduation! LISTEN TO the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!
SHOW NOTES:JEROME BETTIS:
- BIO: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jerome_Bettis
- BOOK: The Bus – My Life in and out of a Helmet – Jerome Bettis and Gene Wojciechowski
- WEBSITE: https://thebus36.com/
- VIDEO CLIPS:
- Commencement 2022: Jerome Bettis
- From Touchdowns to Textbooks: Jerome Bettis’ Return to College Post NFL
- Jerome Bettis’ 2015 Pro Football Hall of Fame speech
In this episode of The Mentors Radio, Host Tom Loarie talks with Doug and Chase Averill of Flathead Lake Lodge, one of the top 2% hospitality businesses in America and a “Best of the Best Dude Ranch.” Discover their unique approach to hospitality and learn how this iconic, multi-generational, family-owned dude ranch builds family bonds, empowers kids, and even hosts world leaders, including Bing Crosby, George Bush, Bill Clinton and Colin Powell, who called it the best place in America to meet real Americans. Located in Bigfork, Montana, just outside Glacier National Park, an Averill family tradition since 1945, the ranch has hosted tens of thousands of guests from more than 104 countries, and has been featured on Good Morning America, Animal Planet, Wide World of Sports and more. Doug Averill is a member of the National Dude Ranchers Hall of Fame and the Montana Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame. Now Doug and his son, Chase, are leading the lodge into the next generation. Learn about their work with the Paladin Conservancy and Wrangler Ranch, which gives special needs children, terminally ill children, and veterans fresh experiences rooted in the Western way of life. The lodge fosters family bonds, builds confidence in children, offers first-hand leadership lessons for all ages, and literally transforms guests (60,000 to 80,000 guests over the last 40 years!) from all walks of life, while maintaining an unparalleled standard of hospitality. Find out what sets Flathead Lake Lodge apart from the competition, behind-the-scenes? How do the Averills seamlessly infuse genuine hospitality and service into every aspect of their business… and why is this so important to them? …Most importantly, what kernels of inspiration will you uncover for your own business, life or work? Listen to THE MENTORS RADIO podcast anywhere, any time, on any platform, including Spotify and Apple, just click here!
SHOW NOTES: BIO / ABOUT: + Doug Averill honored at Montana Pro Rodeo Hall and Wall of Fame — His awards include receiving the highest civilian honor awarded by the Chairman of the Joint Chief of Staff and he has hosted military leaders from 104 countries on the shores of Flathead Lake. + Doug and Chase Averill + Three generations and 75 years: The Averill family and Flathead Lake Ranch, by Eileen Ogintz, Taking the Kids + Flathead Lake Lodge / History * WEBSITES: + Flathead Lake Lodge + Paladin Conservancy + Paladin Conservancy / Wrangler Springs Ranch + 3-minute YouTube: Doug Averill gives a tour of plans at Wrangler Springs Ranch + Why the name “Paladin”? (great story!) * NEWS CLIPS: + Featured on “Great Western Great Ranches” TV series + The Travel Hack: Staying on an American Dude Ranch at Flathead Lake Lodge in Montana + A Dude Ranch in Montana: Averill’s Flathead Lake Lodge, The / Sought*After, by Molly Schoneveld
In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks with Daniel Hawkins, inventor of intravascular lithotripsy and visionary founder of Shockwave Medical Inc. As the company’s founding CEO for nearly 11 years, Daniel led Shockwave through a remarkable journey that culminated in 2024 with an acquisition by Johnson & Johnson for an astounding $13 Billion; the largest acquisition of a medical technology company in history! With a track record that includes being the #6 employee at Intuitive Surgical and driving the first-ever sale of the DaVinci surgical robot, Daniel is a true pioneer in the medical technology field. Join us as we delve into the brutal backstory of creating breakthrough medical technologies, and the personal and professional challenges that come with it. Listen to the show on Salem Radio in San Francisco or via live-streaming on iHeart Radio worldwide… You can also listen on ANY podcast platform, including Apple podcast, iTunes, Spotify, TuneIN, Stitcher, Google Play and all the others. Sign up for the podcast here.
SHOW NOTES:DANIEL HAWKINS:
- BIO:
- https://www.devicetalks.com/speaker/daniel-hawkins/
- LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielhawkins/
- COMPANIES:
- Shockwave Medical
- ARTICLES / VIDEO CLIPS:
- Daniel Hawkins Assumes Command of Vista.ai – news
- After Intuitive, Shockwave and Avail, Daniel Hawkins is now CEO at AI-powered MRI software startup Vista.ai, news, Mass Device
- Talk by Daniel Hawkins: The OR (Operating Room) Digital Hub
In this episode, The Mentors Radio host Dan Hesse talks with David Foster, one of the most illustrious composers of our time. With 16 Grammy Awards, including three for Producer of the Year, an Emmy Award, a Golden Globe and Three Oscar nominations for “Best Original Songs,” Foster has earned a reputation as a keen spotter of new talent, playing a key role in the discovery and career launches of Celine Dion, Josh Groban, Michael Bublé and more.
Few other individuals can claim to have their fingerprints on more major moments in all of popular music than David Foster. He has created hit songs for a diverse array of artists including Barbra Streisand, Celine Dion, Whitney Houston, Michael Jackson, Madonna, Andrea Bocelli, Michael Bublé, Josh Groban, Rod Stewart, Stevie Wonder, Earth, Wind & Fire, Diana Krall, Natalie Cole, Michael Bolton, Seal, Chaka Khan, Kenny Rogers, Dolly Parton, Chicago, Hall & Oates, Brandy, ’N Sync, Boz Scaggs and Gloria Estefan, to name a few.
Currently, Foster is gearing up to take on Broadway with several projects, including writing the music for a new musical about iconic animated character “Betty Boop.” He is also writing music for a musical based on the Amy Bloom novel and New York Times bestseller Lucky Us.
Listen to the show live on Salem Radio in San Francisco or via live-streaming on iHeart Radio worldwide… You can also listen on ANY podcast platform, including Apple podcast, iTunes, Spotify, TuneIN, Stitcher, Google Play and all the others. Sign up for the podcast here.
SHOW NOTES:DAVID FOSTER:
- BIO: https://davidfoster.com/story/
- WEBSITE: https://davidfoster.com/
- BOOK: Hitman: Forty Years Making Music, Topping the Charts, and Winning Grammys, by David Foster (“EXCELLENT book, can’t put it down, includes valuable lessons he’s learned along the way, with riveting behind-the-scenes stories, vignettes and experiences. I read the sample in Amazon and bought the Kindle version on the spot to finish reading!” — K.W., producer of The Mentors Radio)
- NETFLIX DOCUMENTARY: David Foster: Off The Record
In this episode, The Mentors Radio host Dan Hesse talks with David Foster, one of the most illustrious composers of our time. With 16 Grammy Awards, including three for Producer of the Year, an Emmy Award, a Golden Globe and Three Oscar nominations for “Best Original Songs,” Foster has earned a reputation as a keen spotter of new talent, playing a key role in the discovery and career launches of Celine Dion, Josh Groban, Michael Bublé and more.
Few other individuals can claim to have their fingerprints on more major moments in all of popular music than David Foster. He has created hit songs for a diverse array of artists including Barbra Streisand, Celine Dion, Whitney Houston, Michael Jackson, Madonna, Andrea Bocelli, Michael Bublé, Josh Groban, Rod Stewart, Stevie Wonder, Earth, Wind & Fire, Diana Krall, Natalie Cole, Michael Bolton, Seal, Chaka Khan, Kenny Rogers, Dolly Parton, Chicago, Hall & Oates, Brandy, ’N Sync, Boz Scaggs and Gloria Estefan, to name a few.
Currently, Foster is gearing up to take on Broadway with several projects, including writing the music for a new musical about iconic animated character “Betty Boop.” He is also writing music for a musical based on the Amy Bloom novel and New York Times bestseller Lucky Us.
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SHOW NOTES:DAVID FOSTER:
- BIO: https://davidfoster.com/story/
- WEBSITE: https://davidfoster.com/
- BOOK: Hitman: Forty Years Making Music, Topping the Charts, and Winning Grammys, by David Foster (“EXCELLENT book, can’t put it down, includes valuable lessons he’s learned along the way, with riveting behind-the-scenes stories, vignettes and experiences. I read the sample in Amazon and bought the Kindle version on the spot to finish reading!” — K.W., producer of The Mentors Radio)
- NETFLIX DOCUMENTARY: David Foster: Off The Record
In this encore episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks with Horst Schulze, the legendary founder of the Ritz Carlton. You’ll learn Horst’s journey first-hand—from busboy to founder, how it all began with a dream at age five, why setting the gold standard for customer service was so important to him, and how his pursuit–and achievement–of a ‘culture of excellence’ set his hotel brand apart from the rest. Horst talks about the influence and mentorship of his first boss, his defining vision for himself and how this came about, the founding of the Ritz Carlton, its founding principles and overcoming some of the challenges and struggles through the years. What kept Horst motivated? How did Horst teach his team to address ANY complaints? You’ll learn how setting the gold standard for customer service ultimately led to the creation of the most iconic hotel brand in the world…truly inspiring, and worthy of imitation. Listen to The Mentors Radio show on the radio or via live-streaming on iHeart Radio worldwide… You can also listen on ANY podcast platform, including Apple podcast, iTunes, Spotify, TuneIN, Stitcher, Google Play and all the others. Sign up for the podcast here.
Show NotesHORST SCHULZE :
- BIO:
- AAE Speakers
- Bloomberg
- BOOK:
- Excellence Wins: A No-Nonsense Guide to Becoming the Best in a World of Compromise, by Horst Schulze
- ARTICLES:
- “Former Ritz Carlton President Horst Schulze Talks About The New Frontier In Luxury Hotels“ – Forbes
- “The Second Act Of Horst Schulze Is Finally Taking Off” – Forbes
In today’s episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks with Brandon Steiner, a successful entrepreneur who pioneered the sports collectible industry. He’s a kid from Brooklyn who started from scratch and ended up buying Yankee Stadium (yes, you read that correctly!), ultimately creating a sports empire. Brandon started entrepreneurship young, driven by an absolute love of bagels. At age 14, he invented the “The Everything Bagel”! Today he is the CEO of CollectiblesXChange and The Steiner Agency, and is the author of three books: The Business Playbook; You Gotta Have Balls; and Living on Purpose. In this episode, you’ll hear first-hand how Brandon went from a kid in Brooklyn to creating a sports empire; with lots of AHA! moments for your own life and business along the way. Listen to The Mentors Radio show live in San Francisco or via live-streaming on iHeart Radio worldwide… You can also listen on ANY podcast platform, including Apple podcast, iTunes, Spotify, TuneIN, Stitcher, Google Play and all the others. Sign up for the podcast here.
SHOW NOTES:BRANDON STEINER:
- BIO: https://brandonsteiner.com/pages/about
- BOOKS:
- The Business Playbook: Leadership Lessons from the World of Sports, by Brandon Steiner
- You Gotta Have Balls: How a Kid from Brooklyn Started from Scratch, Bought Yankee Stadium, and Created a Sports Empire, by Brandon Steiner
- Living on Purpose: Stories about Faith, Fortune, and Fitness That Will Lead You to an Extraordinary Life, by Brandon Steiner
- TED Talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/brandon_steiner_find_your_dirt
- WEBSITE: https://brandonsteiner.com/
In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with Shelly Lazarus, an American Advertising Federation Hall of Fame member and Chairman Emeritus of Ogilvy. You’ll learn how this mother of three bypassed the typing pool to become the CEO of advertising giant Ogilvy for 15 years. Shelly shares her views on building brands, the importance of authenticity, what real beauty means, and how to achieve success and happiness in life and career.
Listen to The Mentors Radio show live in San Francisco or via live-streaming on iHeart Radio worldwide… You can also listen on ANY podcast platform, including Apple podcast, iTunes, Spotify, TuneIN, Stitcher, Google Play and all the others. Sign up for the podcast here.
SHOW NOTES:SHELLY LAZARUS:
- BIO: Shelly Lazarus Bio
- INTERVIEWS:
- Shattering the Advertising Glass Ceiling, with Legend Shelly Lazarus, West Virginia University Marketing Communications podcast
- Ogilvy’s Shelly Lazarus: ‘I was never discriminated against’, AdAge podcast
- Branding meets Innovation (with Shelly Lazarus, Chairman Emeritus, Ogilvy, Brand & New
- VIDEO INTERVIEWS:
- Reflections on Business Leadership and Branding, with Shelly Lazarus ’70, Columbia Business School
- Interview with Charlie Rose on the Value of Company Branding
- Rochelle “Shelly” Lazarus Interview: On Her Rise to the Top of the Advertising World, on Makers: Women Who Make America
- From the Experts: Shelly Lazarus, Chairman Emeritus and former CEO of Ogilvy & Mather, Sant M
- ARTICLES / WRITTEN INTERVIEWS:
- The Former CEO of Ogilvy & Mather on Personal Branding – Harvard Business Review
- Law of Career Attraction: Get Seduced, says Shelly Lazarus – Forbes
In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with Shelly Lazarus, an American Advertising Federation Hall of Fame member and Chairman Emeritus of Ogilvy. You’ll learn how this mother of three bypassed the typing pool to become the CEO of advertising giant Ogilvy for 15 years. Shelly shares her views on building brands, the importance of authenticity, what real beauty means, and how to achieve success and happiness in life and career.
Listen to The Mentors Radio show live in San Francisco or via live-streaming on iHeart Radio worldwide… You can also listen on ANY podcast platform, including Apple podcast, iTunes, Spotify, TuneIN, Stitcher, Google Play and all the others. Sign up for the podcast here.
SHOW NOTES:SHELLY LAZARUS:
- BIO: Shelly Lazarus Bio
- INTERVIEWS:
- Shattering the Advertising Glass Ceiling, with Legend Shelly Lazarus, West Virginia University Marketing Communications podcast
- Ogilvy’s Shelly Lazarus: ‘I was never discriminated against’, AdAge podcast
- Branding meets Innovation (with Shelly Lazarus, Chairman Emeritus, Ogilvy, Brand & New
- VIDEO INTERVIEWS:
- Reflections on Business Leadership and Branding, with Shelly Lazarus ’70, Columbia Business School
- Interview with Charlie Rose on the Value of Company Branding
- Rochelle “Shelly” Lazarus Interview: On Her Rise to the Top of the Advertising World, on Makers: Women Who Make America
- From the Experts: Shelly Lazarus, Chairman Emeritus and former CEO of Ogilvy & Mather, Sant M
- ARTICLES / WRITTEN INTERVIEWS:
- The Former CEO of Ogilvy & Mather on Personal Branding – Harvard Business Review
- Law of Career Attraction: Get Seduced, says Shelly Lazarus – Forbes
In today’s legacy episode, THE MENTORS RADIO Host Tom Loarie talks with the late Harold Burson, a master communicator, highly ethical leader, and widely acclaimed as the godfather of modern public relations! At the time if this interview, Harold was in his 90s, but you’d never know it. His mind, memory, well-anchored moral compass and mastery of communication and strategy is sharp and clear. Learn from him, a true legacy mentor!
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HAROLD BURSON:
- BIO:
- Bio
- Co-founder and Founding Chairman of Burson-Marsteller
- BOOKS:
- The Business of Persuasion, by Harold Burson
- ARTICLES:
- The Godfather of Modern PR Harold Burson on Moral Responsibilities and Controversial Clients – PR Week
- The Undisputed Master of Public Relations Harold Burson talks about the business of persuasion
In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with Mark Donovan, President of the back-to-back World Champion Kansas City Chiefs, and responsible for all aspects of the club’s business operations. Donovan also serves as the President of Arrowhead Events, the arm that brings major events to Arrowhead Stadium, including the 2026 FIFA World Cup. During Mark’s 15 years with the Chiefs, the team has become one of the most iconic brands in the world of sports and earned four Super Bowl berths in the last five years, winning three.
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SHOW NOTES:MARK DONOVAN:
- BIO: Mark Donovan 2023 Media Guide Bio
- WEBSITE: https://www.chiefs.com/
- ARTICLES:
- Making Big Plays: All that winning for KC and the Chiefs—Super Bowl, NFL Draft, World Cup—keeps team President Mark Donovan’s playbook pretty full. He discusses all the balls he has in the air, Kansas City Business Journal
- Staying Super Busy: How Chiefs President Mark Donovan and 49ers President Al Guido spent their week in Las Vegas, Sports Business Journal
- On Lamar Hunt, Patrick Mahomes, Taylor Swift and the Chiefs’ goal to be ‘world team’, by Vahe Gregorian, Kansas City Star
In this episode of The Mentors Radio, Host Dan Hesse talks with Manfred Krankl, the successful builder of multiple businesses including the restaurant Campanile and the bakery La Brea, but he is best known as a winemaking icon. Manfred is the founder, owner and winemaker at Sine Qua Non, which has redefined the term “cult wine” and earned 25 perfect 100 point scores from Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate, more than any winery in the world during this time period according to my research. Krankl is an innovator with unusual wine bottle shapes plus his own art that changes each year. According to Chat GPT, Sine Qua Non wines have appreciated more in value in the last decade than any wine in the world, including the famous French Burgundy Domaine de la Romanee-Conti. His new winery Next of Kyn is yet another remarkable success.
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SHOW NOTES:MANFRED FRANKL:
- BIO: https://www.vinum.eu/de/wein/winzer/2020/manfred-krankl/
- BOOK:
- The Art of SQN, by Manfred Frankl
- WEBSITE:
- Sine Qua Non
- ARTICLES:
- The Frankl Cult – Forbes
- Sine Qua Non, Next of Kyn and the Third Twin – The Wine Independent
- Hedonism Meets… Manfred Krankl – Hedonism Wines
- The 12 Wines from “The Drops of God” – The Drink Business
- Sine Qua Non Collection – Cult Wine
In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks with the Mentor’s Mentor, Scott Jeffrey Miller. Together they delve into the secrets of effective leadership and mentorship to provide you with powerful tools and a roadmap for how to become a leader who makes a significant difference for the good in the lives of others. That said, Miller is “real,” down-to-earth and easy to relate to and understand. As Scott’s website puts it “Scott is a mess. But unlike most, he owns it! He fundamentally believes we learn more from our messes than from our successes. He uses his messes to not just teach himself, but also to inspire leaders from a variety of backgrounds all around the world.” Scott, a Wall Street Journal best-selling author, has penned six influential books, including his latest, THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO Great MENTORSHIP: 13 Roles to Making a True Impact. He is also the voice behind the world’s largest weekly leadership podcast, “On Leadership with Scott Miller,” reaching thousands of aspiring leaders each week.
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SHOW NOTES:Scott Jeffrey Miller:
- BIO: https://www.scottjeffreymiller.com/about-scott/
- WEBSITE: https://www.scottjeffreymiller.com/
- PODCAST: https://www.scottjeffreymiller.com/on-leadership/
- BOOKS:
- The Ultimate Guide to Great Mentorship: 13 Roles to Making a True Impact, by Scott Jeffrey Miller
- Career on Course: 10 Strategies to Take Your Career from Accidental to Intentional, by Scott Jeffrey Miller
- Master Mentors, Vol. 2: 30 Transformative Insights from Our Greatst Minds, by Scott Jeffrey Miller
- Master Mentors: 30 Transformative Insights from our Greatest Minds:, by Scott Jeffrey Miller
- Marketing Mess to Brand Success: 30 Challenges to Transform Your Organization’s Brand (and Your Own), by Scott Jeffrey Miller
- Management Mess to Leadership Success: 30 Challenges to Become the Leader You Would Follow, by Scott Jeffrey Miller
- Everyone Deserves a Great Manager: The 6 Critical Practices for Leading a Team, by Scott Jeffrey Miller
In this episode, The Mentors Radio host Tom Loarie talks with remarkable career advisor Madelyn Mackie about her own career journey of discovery and the power of doing what you love, even in a challenging job market. Madelyn continues to work with hundreds of individuals seeking a job and a career they love, as well as with VIP clients such as Twitter, Chevron, Novartis, the Oakland Raiders, Blue Shield of California and more.
You’ll often find her quoted in career-related magazines and she is a sought-after national speaker and resume writer. But she didn’t start out as a career advisor. Early on, she worked for years with Tony award-winning theaters, which has played an important role in her exceptional ability to communicate and engage people of all interests and backgrounds…
Madelyn is also one of the most selfless individuals you’ll ever meet, a person who knows that life rewards those who put others first. Known for communicating in a way that engages and uplifts others while delivering life-improving guidance. She is one of our most sought-after guests on the topic of careers and finding a job. As she puts it: ACTIVATE YOUR CAREER DREAMS!
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SHOW NOTES:MADELYN MACKIE: BIO: https://www.madelynmackie.com/meeting-planners/ * WEBSITE:* www.madelynmackie.com/
In today’s episode, The Mentors Radio host Tom Loarie talks with Cindy McGovern, CEO of Orange Leaf Consulting and best-selling author of How to Sell Yourself: How to create, live and sell a powerful personal brand. She offers a wealth of practical, real-world experience and expertise in helping people achieve success in work, life, and in how to develop effective leadership and communication skills aimed at helping others achieve what they want or need.
Cindy holds a Doctorate Degree in Organizational Communication and a Master’s Degree in Marketing with an emphasis in Leadership and Ethics. Serving clients nationwide, McGovern is a highly sought-after speaker and coach with expertise in organizational change, conflict resolution, consultative sales, values-based selling, communication, management, leadership, sales management and collective bargaining. And the GREAT thing is that YOU get to learn from her immediately in this engaging, informative and inspiring interview!
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SHOW NOTES:
CINDY McGOVERN:
- BIO: https://orangeleafconsulting.com/founder
- BOOKS:
- How to Sell Yourself: How to create, live and sell a powerful personal brand, by Dr. Cindy McGovern
- Every Job is a Sales Job: How to use the art of selling to win at work, by Dr. Cindy McGovern
- WEBSITE: orangeleafconsulting.com
In this episode, The Mentors Radio host Tom Loarie talks with Samantha McRoskey, Director of Research for Portman Square Group, about background checks, due diligence, fraud investigations and more. These investigative procedures have become an important part of the global business landscape, as well as locally, in vetting new hires, social media monitoring, fraud, theft, surveillance, reputation and ethics due diligence, risk assessments, counterfeiting, litigation support and much more. Samantha (“Sam”) is familiar with all of it.
For more than 10 years, Sam has conducted and contributed to a range of complex due diligence, risk assessment, and investigative projects as part of the Portman Square Group team. Her work has spanned Latin America, Europe, Africa, and Asia. She has also worked extensively on Foreign Corrupt Practices Act reviews for corporate clients working in international jurisdictions. She is a Spanish and Portuguese speaker.
Sam graduated magna cum laude from the University of Notre Dame with a B.A. in English and holds an M.A in International Relations from Yale University. She also conducted research and studied in Mexico as a Fulbright Scholar.
Sam delivers an insider look behind the scenes of these investigations, tells us what we should know about them, shares the kind of information they provide, and has some tips on how to pass any investigation without being “red-flagged.” She also explains the difference between what we can learn from an internet search vs. professional background or due diligence research. Did we mention she’s also a mother of five? Perhaps most fascinating of all, you’ll likely be surprised to learn that you will not be remembered the way you might think!
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SHOW NOTES:Samantha McCroskey:
- BIO: See above
- Portman Square Group: portmansquaregroup.com
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