Stevie Case is the Chief Revenue Officer at Vanta, the market leader in automating governance, risk, and compliance so companies can scale with confidence. Before entering tech leadership, Stevie made history as the world’s first female professional gamer, a path that shaped her curiosity and resilience. At Vanta, she has grown the revenue organization from 20 to more than 500 people while expanding its global impact. In the conversation, she discusses leadership, scaling culture, and the role of brand in venture finance.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/steviecase/
https://www.vanta.com/
Richard Yu is the Chief Product Officer at LucidLink, where he helps media giants like Warner Bros., Spotify, and Paramount securely collaborate in real time on massive files from anywhere in the world. With more than two decades in product leadership, Rich has guided companies through IPOs, acquisitions, and hyper-growth, while developing a toolkit for scaling product-market-fit businesses. In this episode, he discusses his philosophy of outcomes over output, building trust with customers, and leading through complexity.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardyu42/
https://www.lucidlink.com/
Greg Piefer is the founder and CEO of SHINE Technologies, a pioneer in commercial fusion applications. Under his leadership, SHINE has advanced from neutron imaging and materials testing to building the world’s largest medical isotope production facility powered by fusion. Greg’s vision reframes fusion not as a distant moonshot, but as a staged, commercially viable path delivering value today while scaling toward clean energy tomorrow. His story is a must-listen for anyone with interests in science, strategy, and leadership.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-piefer/
https://www.shinefusion.com/
Bryan Murphy is the CEO of Smartling, an AI-powered translation and localization platform trusted by global enterprises like IBM, Disney, and Verizon. A serial entrepreneur, Bryan co-founded WrenchHead Inc., scaling it into a multi-billion-dollar business before selling to eBay. At Smartling, he’s using AI to cut the time and cost associated with helping the country’s biggest brands expand their online presence worldwide. In the conversation, he talks about scaling businesses, leading through AI transformation, and what it takes to stand out as a CEO.
Stu Solomon is the CEO of Human Security, a cybersecurity leader verifying more than 20 trillion digital interactions each week to defend against bots, fraud, and abuse. A former Air Force officer and attorney, Stu has built a career around mission and curiosity, applying both to protect the digital ecosystem. In our conversation, we discuss the future of agentic AI, the importance of trust in cybersecurity, and the leadership principles that guide him at the C-suite level.
https://www.humansecurity.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/stu-solomon-733a217/
Andrew Rubin is the founder and CEO of Illumio, the market leader in zero trust segmentation and cybersecurity innovation. Under his leadership, Illumio has grown to a multibillion-dollar valuation while shaping how enterprises contain breaches and protect digital ecosystems. In our conversation, Andrew reflects on the naïveté and optimism that fueled his entrepreneurial journey, the cultural mindset required to sustain innovation at scale, and why resilience and authenticity matter as much as strategy.
https://www.illumio.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewsrubin/
Cheryl McKissack Daniel is the CEO of McKissack and McKissack, the oldest minority-owned professional design and construction firm in the United States. She is also the author of a powerful new book, The Black Family Who Built America: The McKissack's Two Centuries of Daring Pioneers. In the conversation, Cheryl shares the incredible story of her family's legacy and their impact on American infrastructure. She also discusses the challenges and importance of succession planning, re-engineering a legacy company, and the invaluable role of company culture. It's a candid look at what it takes to build a lasting enterprise.
https://mckissack.com/
https://www.amazon.com/Black-Family-Who-Built-America/dp/1668033992
https://www.linkedin.com/in/cheryl-mckissack-daniel-b580a17/
Suzanne Heske is a Partner at SPMB, where she leads the firm’s investment practice, recruiting senior investors, operating partners, and functional leaders across venture capital, private equity, and asset management. With a career that spans Wall Street and Silicon Valley, Suzanne brings rare insight into how capital and talent intersect and what it takes to lead in a rapidly evolving landscape. In this episode, Suzanne discusses succession planning, firm culture, and the surprising paths into VC leadership.
https://spmb.com/executive-search-team/suzanne-heske/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/suzanne-heske/
Michael Crandell is the CEO of Bitwarden, a leading open-source password management platform trusted by millions of individuals and enterprises worldwide. A serial entrepreneur, he previously co-founded RightScale, guiding it through hypergrowth to a successful acquisition. In this conversation, Michael shares insights on scaling distributed teams, maintaining a strong culture in security-focused organizations, and why open-source transparency builds long-term trust. He also reflects on how his leadership style has evolved across multiple ventures.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelcrandell/
https://bitwarden.com/
https://fortune.com/2024/09/27/bitwarden-ceo-says-performance-is-results/
Joe Moglia’s journey is unlike any other. A journey from the sidelines to Wall Street to the boardroom and back to the gridiron. As the former CEO and Chairman of TD Ameritrade, he delivered a 5X return to shareholders. As the Head Football Coach at Coastal Carolina, he built a powerhouse program from the ground up. In this episode, Joe shares the principles behind his “BAM” leadership philosophy, lessons in risk-taking and reinvention, and how to lead with clarity, accountability, and heart across any arena.
https://moglia.com/
Erik Blachford helped pioneer the online travel industry as a founding executive at Expedia, eventually serving as its CEO. Since then, he’s built a career as a board member and investor in iconic consumer tech companies, including more than 20 years on the board at Zillow. In this episode, Erik shares a wide range of insights on CEO leadership, company culture, board governance, and the future of AI. We also talk about his early jobs in adventure travel, his theater background, and how storytelling and cadence shape enduring organizations.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/eblach/
Monica Molenaar and Anne Fulenwider are the co-founders and co-CEOs of Alloy Women’s Health, a fast-growing telehealth platform redefining care for women navigating hormonal changes. In this candid conversation, they share the deeply personal origins of Alloy and unpack the widespread medical gap in menopause care, highlighting how limited training and systemic shortcomings have left many women underserved. We also explore lessons from their second-act careers, the realities of building a mission-driven company, and the power of curiosity, trust, and timing in both leadership and life.
Linh Peters has held senior marketing leadership roles at some of the world’s most recognizable brands, including Starbucks, Walgreens, Calvin Klein, and Target. In this episode, she shares what it takes to lead brand transformation at scale, how to build customer-centric teams, and why short tenures and fractional roles are reshaping the CMO landscape. We also explore her work as an executive coach, the challenges of translating strategy across industries, and what today’s marketing leaders need to succeed in an ever-evolving landscape.
Jenna Fisher is a leading voice in executive search and the head of the Global CFO Practice at Russell Reynolds Associates. In this episode, she draws on insights from completing over 500 senior financial officer and board searches to offer a practical roadmap for executives aspiring to the C-suite. She talks about what boards are really looking for, why CFOs often become CEOs, and how to build the right narrative around your career.
Jenna also shares key lessons from her book To the Top, including how to position yourself for succession, communicate your leadership potential, and align with the right opportunities at the right time. Whether you're a rising finance leader or any executive planning a strategic career move, this conversation is a blueprint for owning your journey to the top.
https://www.russellreynolds.com/en/people/consultant-directory/jenna-fisher
Ajay Prakash is the co-founder and CEO of Rinse, a company redefining laundry and dry cleaning through a managed marketplace model built on trust, technology, and consistency. In this conversation, Ajay shares his decade-long journey building Rinse from an idea into a multi-city operation with W2-employed valets, a growing brick-and-mortar presence, and a clear vision for national scale. We explore the lessons learned from scaling a service business, the intentionality behind hiring and culture, and why Ajay believes in playing the long game in both business and in life.
https://www.rinse.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/aprakash03/
Hannah Gordon spent over two decades breaking barriers in the NFL, culminating in her role as Chief Legal and Administrative Officer of the San Francisco 49ers. In this episode, she shares lessons from a remarkable career built on purpose, perseverance, and integrity — and why she made the bold decision to pause at the peak of her success to focus on family. We explore her strategic leadership style, her views on inclusive hiring and cultural alignment, and her book SZN of Change, a practical journal for leading with joy and authenticity.
https://www.hannah-gordon.com/
https://www.hannah-gordon.com/thebook
Dr. John Hillen is a former U.S. Assistant Secretary of State, CEO, decorated Army officer, and professor of leadership and strategy. In this episode, John shares insights from his latest book, The Strategy Dialogues: A Primer on Business Strategy and Strategic Management, offering practical tools for executives navigating complexity. We discuss how dialogue sharpens strategic thinking, why leaders must build a shared vocabulary around strategy, and what separates effective decision-makers from reactive ones. A must-listen for current and aspiring C-level leaders.
Sherri Coale, Hall of Fame basketball coach, educator, and author, joins Master Move to explore what it takes to build a lasting culture of excellence. As the longtime head coach of the University of Oklahoma women’s basketball program, Sherri led her teams to Final Fours, Big 12 Championships, and 19 straight NCAA tournaments — but her leadership lessons reach far beyond the court.
In this conversation, we discuss:
Drawing from her books Rooted to Rise and The Compost Files, Sherri shares wisdom on leadership, coaching, and living with purpose that is as timeless as it is powerful.
Listen now to discover why true leadership isn’t about dominance — it’s about connection, vision, and perseverance.
"Rooted to Rise"
https://amzn.to/44JUUQs
"The Compost File"
https://amzn.to/4jwtMZL
https://www.sherricoale.com/
Tracey Newell is a seasoned tech executive, board leader, and fierce advocate for women in leadership. As the former President of Informatica and a board member for several public companies, she brings deep experience in scaling organizations and leading high-performance teams. In this episode, Tracey shares practical insights from her new book, Hers for the Taking: Your Path to the C-Suite & Beyond, including how to cultivate executive presence, take strategic risks, and build the mindset required to lead at the highest level.
Whether you're climbing toward the C-suite or mentoring the next generation of leaders, this conversation is packed with real-world wisdom and actionable takeaways.
Topics include:
Hers for the Taking: Your Path to the C-Suite & Beyond
https://amzn.to/44C3yAl
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracey-newell/
Ron Tite is a globally recognized speaker, entrepreneur, and creative strategist who helps brands and leaders communicate with authenticity and impact. As the founder and Chief Creative Officer of Church+State, Ron has advised some of the world’s most respected organizations at the intersection of commerce and creativity.
In this episode, we explore key insights from his latest book, The Purpose of Purpose—a follow-up to the bestselling Think. Do. Say. We discuss why companies often get purpose wrong, how to reconnect purpose to profit, and what authenticity really means in leadership today.
In this episode:
Whether you lead a global brand or your own career, this conversation will help you reframe purpose as a lever for meaningful, measurable growth.
Order Ron's book The Purpose of Purpose Now: https://amzn.to/4lBSqd8
https://rontite.com/
https://churchstate.co/
