15-minute Leadership Quick Hit

This special episode highlights the most high-performing leaders we've interviewed throughout our podcast series. Learn their leadership secrets including how to turn short-term adversity into long-term advantage. 

After a tough upbringing and living a life filled with crime,  Brandon Carroll talks about how his second chance led him to Vehicles for Change Full Circle Program. 

The Art of Crisis Leadership provides terrific advice for those dealing with life's most difficult times. Crisis comes with great velocity; will you be prepared to navigate your way through times of adversity?

Carl Reese is an endurance driver. In 2015, Reese set more transcontinental records than anyone since Edwin "Cannonball" Baker. Reese and his team set seven world records in an 11-month period, most notably the Solo Motorcycle "Cannonball" Record from Los Angeles to New York in 38 hours and 49 minutes. Reese was born in Mercer, Pennsylvania and now resides in Pine Mountain Club, CA. Reese is currently working on a full feature documentary, "Iron Riders: History of Motorcycle Records."

Passionista and Executive Director of Sharp Dressed Man Jenny Kessler Klump joins the 15-Minute Leadership Quick Hit to discuss Sharp Dressed Man's mission, and how leadership plays a part in the way they help serve men looking to re-enter the Baltimore workforce each and every day.

SARC CEO Luisa Caiazzo joins Rob Weinhold in the 12th installment of Fallston Group's 15-Minute Leadership Quick Hit to discuss what it takes to lead a mission-oriented organization. Tune in to hear how Luisa builds her team's confidence in order to rally around the common goal of ending domestic and sexual violence. In a highly charged and emotional environment, Luisa's leadership team understands the importance of creating a positive work-life balance. About SARC SARC (The Sexual Assault/Spouse Abuse Resource Center) is Harford County's lifeline to victims, potential victims and survivors of domestic violence, sexual violence, child abuse and stalking. Working within the community, SARC is the catalyst for the eradication and prevention of violence. SARC's mission is to end domestic violence, sexual violence and stalking, to aid its victims, and to create a society free from abuse and fear. To learn more, visit www.sarc-maryland.org.

Former quarterback at Ole Miss and founder of national quarterback training program QB Country, David Morris joins Rob Weinhold in this sports-driven installment of Fallston Group's 15-Minute Leadership Quick Hit. Much like presidents and executives of organizations and companies, quarterbacks are tasked with leading and motivating an entire football team to foster success and get the W. Tune in for Morris' take on leadership qualities and attributes that can also be applied to business success. About QB Country Based in Mobile, Alabama with eight locations nationwide, QB Country specializes in year-round quarterback training and development for middle school, high school, college and NFL quarterbacks. Founded by a former Ole Miss quarterback, David Morris, QB Country offers specific quarterback training focused on proper footwork, throwing and body mechanics, as well as the physical and mental aspects of playing the hardest position in all of sports. Our goal is to educate quarterbacks on how to play the qua

In the 10th installment of Fallston Group's 15-Minute Leadership Quick Hit, Rob Weinhold speaks with Chaplain Joe Hart, Director of Spiritual Support Services at GBMC and Executive Director of GBMC's Center for Spiritual Support Training. Tune into this moving discussion and find out why Joe thinks the ability to understand the human condition is so critical to spiritual and other leaders, alike. Joe Hart Chaplain Hart oversees the spiritual and emotional needs of GBMC's patients, families and staff. A board-certified chaplain, he earned a bachelor's degree in gerontology and health care from Salisbury University; and a bachelor's degree in sacred theology, and master's of divinity from St. Mary's Seminary and University. He continued his studies at Catholic Theological Union in Chicago in church interior design consultation, and most recently studied mind body medicine at Harvard Divinity school. Prior to joining GBMC, Chaplain Hart served in various ministerial capacities throughout the Baltimore Metropolit

In the 9th installment of Fallston Group's 15-Minute Leadership Quick Hit, we are joined by Celia Neustadt, Executive Director of The Inner Harbor Project, a Baltimore-based youth-led effort to improve community relations and determine solutions to social issues that divide our society. Like many of The Inner Harbor Project's youth leaders, Celia attended Baltimore City College high school. Growing up in Baltimore City, she was exposed to urban disparities at a young age. Celia attended Pomona College in Southern California and received a bachelor's degree in sociology with a focus on community-led research and public spaces. She assisted on community-led research projects in Ontario, Canada and served as a research assistant at The Johns Hopkins University, where she contributed to public health research which has been used to advocate for more comprehensive health services for poorer Baltimoreans. Celia launched The Inner Harbor Project after winning a grant from the Napier Foundation in 2012. Since its lau

In this installment of Fallston Group's 15-Minute Leadership Quick Hit, Gina Brelesky enlightens us on the study of NeuroLeadership, and how the latest neuroscientific findings can be employed to transform leaders' effectiveness. Gina BreleskySelf-proclaimed science nerd, Gina Brelesky is seasoned corporate educator with more than 25 years of extensive experience in learning and development. In her current role as a leadership consultant, Gina works with leaders to develop and hone their skills, and coaches them to successfully succession plan through the development of their people. She employs the latest brain research in her work and incorporates the principles of NeuroLeadership.

In the seventh installment of the 15-Minute Leadership Quick Hit, former Alabama quarterback, three-time BCS national champion, and current NFL quarterback with the Cincinnati Bengals, AJ McCarron speaks to the importance of servant leadership. Tune in to hear how personal life experiences have shaped his leadership and success, both on and off the football field.

Get a sneak peak into the seventh installment of the 15-Minute Leadership Quick Hit with former Alabama signal caller and current NFL Quarterback for the Cincinnati Bengals, AJ McCarron.

In this episode of the 15-Minute Leadership Quick Hit, preventive health and wellness expert and author, Dr. Michelle Gourdine offers phenomenal insight and advice to empower female's to achieve and embrace leadership roles. A professional of nearly 20 years in the medical field, Dr. Gourdine imparts her knowledge, experience and wisdom on what it takes to be a great leader. About Michelle A. Gourdine, M.D.Dr. Michelle A. Gourdine is a primary care physician, health policy specialist and expert in preventive health and wellness. Throughout her medical careers of nearly 20 years, she has felt compelled to not simply treat disease, but keep people from getting sick in the first place. She noticed that people of color and poor people always seemed to get sicker and die younger, and grew weary of seeing people who look like her suffering the most from the consequences of poor health. She wrote her new book, Reclaiming Our Health: A Guide to African American Wellness, because African Americans are affected by

Tune in to the fifth episode of 15-Minute Leadership Quick Hit with award-winning author and researcher, Dr. George Everly, Jr. Hear from Dr. Everly the four attributes that make an effective resilient leader. Gain a sneak peek into Dr. Everly's next book. About Dr. Everly Dr. Everly - Ph.D., ABPP, FAPM - is an award-winning author and research. He is Executive Director of Resiliency Science Institutes, International, and is a faculty member of the Johns Hopkins Public Health Preparedness Programs. He serves on the faculties of The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, The Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health, and Loyola University Maryland. He has held honorary professorships at the University of Hong Kong, Universidad de Norbert Weiner (Lima, Peru) and Universidad de Flores (Buenos Aires, Argentina). In addition, he has served on the adjunct faculties of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, the U.S. Center for Disease Control Mental Health Collaborative Committee, and the FB

Tune in to this episode of 15-Minute Leadership Quick Hit to hear Bill Clark's interesting take on creating a culture of courage within entrepreneurial organizations. About Bill Clark Bill Clark is a "serial entrepreneur" who has either started, bought, grown or sold eight different businesses in his lifetime. He has experiences wonderfull successes and equally painful losses but continues to thrive in the entrepreneurial climate that he loves. Having gained significant insights into all aspects of business, Bill offers considerable and practical knowledge to support business owners experiencing a wide variety of challenges. In addition, Bill has spent significant time traveling through the never ending process of becoming self aware and he brings this and life experiences to every relationship he establishes within Clark Leadership Group. He has reached a point in his career where he firmly believes "it is no longer about me...it is about helping others achieve their dreams.

In the third episode of 15-Minute Leadership Quick Hit, successful author and networking connoisseur, Derek Coburn lends perspective on how successful leadership is deeply rooted in the mindset and belief systems of the people you surround yourself with. Tune in to learn more about his take on the (in)effectiveness of today's ever-prevalent catch-all networking events, and how you can make the most of your time as leader. About Derek Coburn Derek Coburn is the author of Networking is Not Working. He began his career as a financial advisor in 1998 and built a successful wealth management practice - which he still runs today - mainly by outworking everyone else. When the economy took a turn for the worse, he had to devote even more time to his existing clients. He began using non-traditional networking strategies, which included creating an informal networking group consisting of his best clients and their top advisors, to triple his revenue and improve the quality of his business and life. His passion fo

In the second episode of 15-Minute Leadership Quick Hit, CEO of Global Data Source, Managing Partner of Wexley Consulting, and President of the CEO Club of Baltimore, Doug Strouse joins us to provide considerable insight on business leadership. Doug has consulted for numerous Fortune 500-type corporations, and delivers a strong message to listeners. About CEO Club of Baltimore The Chief Executive Officers' Club provides opportunities for CEOs of businesses, with a minimum of $2 million in annual revenue, to expand their network of CEO contacts and receive information that could prove critical to their organizations. The CEO Club of Baltimore is one of four regional U.S. and four international chapters of a nonprofit, educational organization headquartered in Maryland. We serve as a mutual Board of Advisors comprised of CEO Club members. We provide intensive consulting to you and your business, offering the opporutnity to present your company's greatest problems, concerns, adn aspirations in a confidential set

In the inaugural episode of The 15-Minute Leadership Quick Hit, a podcast production powered by Fallston Group, successful banking leader and Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Howard Bank, Mary Ann Scully offers a unique perspective on what it takes to be an effective leader. Tune in to hear what she has to say! About Howard Bank Howard Bancorp is a bank holding company with total assets of $534 million as of June 30, 2014. Its principal operating subsidary, Howard Bank, headquartered in Ellicott City, Maryland, is a growth-focused community bank serving businesses, professionals and individuals in the Greater Baltimore area through eight full service branches and regional offices in Annapolis, Timonium and Towson, Maryland, and mortgage operations throughout the Central Maryland area. Howard Bank is a wholly owned subsidiary of Howard Bancorp (NASDAQ: HBMD). For more information, call 410-750-0020 or visit www.howardbank.com.