Mon, 30 Mar 2026 08:20:40 -0400 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2519833 en-us © 2026 Land and Lead yes 29c48126-9558-5207-bf06-b4f6e27237f3 Dr. Josh Elmore of Court Street Consulting LLC episodic false The Land and Lead Podcast explores the real stories behind leadership transitions - the setbacks, strategies, wins, and moments of growth - all aimed at helping other leaders land well and lead effectively.

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Dr. Josh Elmore of Court Street Consulting LLC https://storage.buzzsprout.com/25o841vpz7iarep4uaeh7y6bxma3?.jpg "A Title Doesn't Earn You Respect, You Have to Earn Respect" - Kurtis Krentz of ALLO Fiber In this episode of Land and Lead, Dr. Josh Elmore speaks with Kurtis Krentz, President of ALLO Fiber, about transitioning into a leadership role within a high-growth, founder-led organization. Kurtis shares how his move from a large firm to an entrepreneurial company required adapting his leadership approach, learning a new operating environment, and building credibility over time. He reflects on the shift from founder-driven leadership to a performance-driven model, and the importance of complementing, not replacing, the founder’s strengths. The conversation highlights the value of patience, listening, and earning trust. Kurtis offers practical advice for leaders entering new roles: stay grounded, resist the urge to pursue big acts quickly, and focus on enabling others to succeed.

]]> In this episode of Land and Lead, Dr. Josh Elmore speaks with Kurtis Krentz, President of ALLO Fiber, about transitioning into a leadership role within a high-growth, founder-led organization. Kurtis shares how his move from a large firm to an entrepreneurial company required adapting his leadership approach, learning a new operating environment, and building credibility over time. He reflects on the shift from founder-driven leadership to a performance-driven model, and the importance of complementing, not replacing, the founder’s strengths. The conversation highlights the value of patience, listening, and earning trust. Kurtis offers practical advice for leaders entering new roles: stay grounded, resist the urge to pursue big acts quickly, and focus on enabling others to succeed.

]]> Dr. Josh Elmore of Court Street Consulting LLC Buzzsprout-18912395 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0400 2457 Leadership, Organizational Growth, Transition, Scaling, Leadership Strategies, High-Growth Companies, Fiber Optics, Business Transformation, Kurtis Krentz, ALLO Fiber, Entrepreneurship 2 2 full false “Leadership is a People’s Business” - Robert Robinson of Thermo Fisher Scientific In this episode of the Land and Lead Podcast, Dr. Josh Elmore speaks with Robert Robinson, President of Laboratory Equipment at Thermo Fisher Scientific, about navigating his first year in a new executive role. Robinson explains why he spent his early months learning the organization, its people, history, and culture, before setting humble but ambitious goals. He shares how building trust, clarifying goals, and fostering accountability helped strengthen his team, and how embracing innovation, including AI, is shaping the organization’s future direction.

]]> In this episode of the Land and Lead Podcast, Dr. Josh Elmore speaks with Robert Robinson, President of Laboratory Equipment at Thermo Fisher Scientific, about navigating his first year in a new executive role. Robinson explains why he spent his early months learning the organization, its people, history, and culture, before setting humble but ambitious goals. He shares how building trust, clarifying goals, and fostering accountability helped strengthen his team, and how embracing innovation, including AI, is shaping the organization’s future direction.

]]> Dr. Josh Elmore of Court Street Consulting LLC Buzzsprout-18835195 Thu, 12 Mar 2026 09:00:00 -0400 2093 Leadership, Transition, Innovation, AI, Organizational Strategy, Thermo Fisher Scientific, Robert Robinson, Leadership Development, Listening 2 13 full false “Fail to Prepare, Prepare to Fail” - Paari Gopalakrishnan of GBMC HealthCare In this episode of Land and Lead, Dr. Josh Elmore speaks with Paari Gopalakrishnan, President and CEO of GBMC HealthCare, about entering a high-stakes leadership role. Paari reflects on his transition from physician to system leader and shares how preparation, structured listening, and early stakeholder engagement accelerated his onboarding. He discusses aligning with the board, earning organizational trust through transparency, and balancing immediate pressures with long-term strategy. The conversation explores intentional leadership, navigating uncertainty, and why new leaders must prepare deeply, listen broadly, and continuously learn as they take charge of complex organizations.

]]> In this episode of Land and Lead, Dr. Josh Elmore speaks with Paari Gopalakrishnan, President and CEO of GBMC HealthCare, about entering a high-stakes leadership role. Paari reflects on his transition from physician to system leader and shares how preparation, structured listening, and early stakeholder engagement accelerated his onboarding. He discusses aligning with the board, earning organizational trust through transparency, and balancing immediate pressures with long-term strategy. The conversation explores intentional leadership, navigating uncertainty, and why new leaders must prepare deeply, listen broadly, and continuously learn as they take charge of complex organizations.

]]> Dr. Josh Elmore of Court Street Consulting LLC Buzzsprout-18752261 Thu, 26 Feb 2026 09:00:00 -0500 2047 leadership transitions, healthcare leadership, CEO journey, organizational excellence, Baldrige Award, hospitalist, strategic planning, board management, transparency in leadership, community health 1 12 full false "If you don't know your navigational heading, you can't build a culture" - Ben Banks of BNSF Logistics In this episode of the Land and Lead podcast, Dr. Josh Elmore interviews Ben Banks, the President and CEO of BNSF Logistics. Ben shares his extensive journey within the transportation industry, detailing his rise from a terminal train master to CEO. He discusses the challenges and opportunities he faced while transitioning into leadership at BNSF Logistics, particularly the need to realign the company’s vision with that of its sister company, BNSF Railway. Ben emphasizes the importance of understanding the organization’s core capabilities and the necessity of fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement among his team.

]]> In this episode of the Land and Lead podcast, Dr. Josh Elmore interviews Ben Banks, the President and CEO of BNSF Logistics. Ben shares his extensive journey within the transportation industry, detailing his rise from a terminal train master to CEO. He discusses the challenges and opportunities he faced while transitioning into leadership at BNSF Logistics, particularly the need to realign the company’s vision with that of its sister company, BNSF Railway. Ben emphasizes the importance of understanding the organization’s core capabilities and the necessity of fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement among his team.

]]> Dr. Josh Elmore of Court Street Consulting LLC Buzzsprout-18669443 Thu, 12 Feb 2026 09:00:00 -0500 2853 leadership, BNSF Logistics, change management, continuous improvement, organizational culture, CEO insights, transportation industry, strategic vision, team collaboration, transition, succession 1 12 full false "Observe, Listen, Ask, and Act" - Carlos Ayala of Mentora In this episode of the Land and Lead podcast, Dr. Josh Elmore sits down with Carlos Ayala, founder of Mentora and former Chief Workplace Connection Officer at NiSource. Carlos reflects on his leadership journey and shares lessons on navigating transitions, culture change, and people-centered leadership. The conversation explores humility, emotional intelligence, psychological safety, and Carlos’s “observe, listen, ask, and act” philosophy. Leaders entering high-stakes roles will gain practical insight into aligning strategy, culture, and people while building trust and momentum during change.

]]> In this episode of the Land and Lead podcast, Dr. Josh Elmore sits down with Carlos Ayala, founder of Mentora and former Chief Workplace Connection Officer at NiSource. Carlos reflects on his leadership journey and shares lessons on navigating transitions, culture change, and people-centered leadership. The conversation explores humility, emotional intelligence, psychological safety, and Carlos’s “observe, listen, ask, and act” philosophy. Leaders entering high-stakes roles will gain practical insight into aligning strategy, culture, and people while building trust and momentum during change.

]]> Dr. Josh Elmore of Court Street Consulting LLC Buzzsprout-18590774 Thu, 29 Jan 2026 10:00:00 -0500 1738 leadership transitions, Carlos Ayala, Mentora, emotional intelligence, strategic leadership, organizational culture, workplace connection, cultural transformation, human-centered leadership 1 11 full false "The best leaders in the world are the ones that break down barriers" - Greg Conner of Vanderlande In this episode of the Land and Lead podcast, Dr. Josh Elmore interviews Greg Conner, President of North American Warehouse Solutions at Vanderlande. They discuss Greg's career path, his transition from Bastian Solutions to Vanderlande, and the importance of leadership in navigating change. Greg shares insights on empowering teams, the significance of communication, and the challenges and successes he has experienced in his role. He emphasizes the need for continuous improvement and shares the impact of the material handling automation industry on society.

]]> In this episode of the Land and Lead podcast, Dr. Josh Elmore interviews Greg Conner, President of North American Warehouse Solutions at Vanderlande. They discuss Greg's career path, his transition from Bastian Solutions to Vanderlande, and the importance of leadership in navigating change. Greg shares insights on empowering teams, the significance of communication, and the challenges and successes he has experienced in his role. He emphasizes the need for continuous improvement and shares the impact of the material handling automation industry on society.

]]> Dr. Josh Elmore of Court Street Consulting LLC Buzzsprout-18513056 Thu, 15 Jan 2026 09:00:00 -0500 1494 leadership, Vanderlande, Bastian Solutions, warehouse automation, Toyota, career transition, empowerment, communication, change management, material handling 1 10 full false "Every Search is Highly Customized" - Camille Fetter of Talentfoot In this episode of the Land and Lead podcast, Dr. Josh Elmore interviews Camille Fetter, founder and CEO of Talentfoot Executive Search and Staffing. They discuss Camille's journey into executive search, her innovative approach to hiring, and the importance of understanding both the candidate and organizational needs. Camille shares insights on best practices for candidates, the significance of onboarding, and the value of leadership assessments. The conversation also touches on the role of AI and the value for leaders in developing competency in these new tools.

]]> In this episode of the Land and Lead podcast, Dr. Josh Elmore interviews Camille Fetter, founder and CEO of Talentfoot Executive Search and Staffing. They discuss Camille's journey into executive search, her innovative approach to hiring, and the importance of understanding both the candidate and organizational needs. Camille shares insights on best practices for candidates, the significance of onboarding, and the value of leadership assessments. The conversation also touches on the role of AI and the value for leaders in developing competency in these new tools.

]]> Dr. Josh Elmore of Court Street Consulting LLC Buzzsprout-18356345 Tue, 16 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0500 1761 leadership transitions, executive search, Talentfoot, candidate experience, onboarding, hiring best practices, leadership assessments, AI, recruitment strategies 1 9 full false "When a team knows the mission, they can move mountains" - Liz Harr of Hinge In this episode of the Land and Lead podcast, Dr. Josh Elmore interviews Liz Harr, managing partner at Hinge, who shares her unconventional journey into leadership and marketing. Liz discusses the unique structure of Hinge, emphasizing the importance of empathy in leadership and the need for effective decision-making. The conversation explores the shift from short-term to long-term goals, the significance of communicating a clear mission, and the experience of navigating AI as a leader. Liz offers valuable advice for leaders in new roles, highlighting the importance of authenticity and collaboration.

]]> In this episode of the Land and Lead podcast, Dr. Josh Elmore interviews Liz Harr, managing partner at Hinge, who shares her unconventional journey into leadership and marketing. Liz discusses the unique structure of Hinge, emphasizing the importance of empathy in leadership and the need for effective decision-making. The conversation explores the shift from short-term to long-term goals, the significance of communicating a clear mission, and the experience of navigating AI as a leader. Liz offers valuable advice for leaders in new roles, highlighting the importance of authenticity and collaboration.

]]> Dr. Josh Elmore of Court Street Consulting LLC Buzzsprout-18292442 Wed, 03 Dec 2025 09:00:00 -0500 1814 leadership transitions, growth strategies, marketing, branding, professional services, empathy in leadership, long-term planning, team empowerment, decision-making, organizational culture 1 8 full false "Change is the most constant thing" - John Harrison of WebMD Health Services In this episode of the Land and Lead podcast, Dr. Josh Elmore speaks with John Harrison, President and General Manager of WebMD Health Services. They discuss Harrison's unconventional journey from theater to corporate leadership, the importance of well-being in employee performance, and strategies for navigating leadership transitions. Harrison shares insights on embracing change, building trust, and the power of improv in leadership. The conversation emphasizes the need for leaders to reflect, adapt, and continuously strive for improvement in their roles.

]]> In this episode of the Land and Lead podcast, Dr. Josh Elmore speaks with John Harrison, President and General Manager of WebMD Health Services. They discuss Harrison's unconventional journey from theater to corporate leadership, the importance of well-being in employee performance, and strategies for navigating leadership transitions. Harrison shares insights on embracing change, building trust, and the power of improv in leadership. The conversation emphasizes the need for leaders to reflect, adapt, and continuously strive for improvement in their roles.

]]> Dr. Josh Elmore of Court Street Consulting LLC Buzzsprout-18211934 Tue, 18 Nov 2025 11:00:00 -0500 3187 leadership transitions, well-being, change management, WebMD, John Harrison, corporate strategy, employee performance, holistic health, personal growth, transformation 1 7 full false "It's not a one way street, it's a dialogue" - Yariv Hasar of Sapiens In this episode of the Land and Lead podcast, Dr. Josh Elmore interviews Yariv Hasar, a leader with a diverse background in technology and organizational transformation. Yariv shares insights from his journey, including his experiences in the military, telecom, and now in the insurance technology sector with Sapiens. The conversation explores the importance of iterative leadership, cultural adaptation, and the need for a shared vision in driving successful transformations. Yariv emphasizes the value of reflection, collaboration, and understanding the history of an organization as key components of effective leadership.

]]> In this episode of the Land and Lead podcast, Dr. Josh Elmore interviews Yariv Hasar, a leader with a diverse background in technology and organizational transformation. Yariv shares insights from his journey, including his experiences in the military, telecom, and now in the insurance technology sector with Sapiens. The conversation explores the importance of iterative leadership, cultural adaptation, and the need for a shared vision in driving successful transformations. Yariv emphasizes the value of reflection, collaboration, and understanding the history of an organization as key components of effective leadership.

]]> Dr. Josh Elmore of Court Street Consulting LLC Buzzsprout-18144790 Thu, 06 Nov 2025 11:00:00 -0500 2425 leadership transitions, organizational transformation, iterative leadership, cultural adaptation, systems thinking, collaboration, Sapiens, Yariv Hasar, reflection, agile methodology 1 6 full false "Speaking up and listening up" - Rima Alameddine of Becton Dickinson In this episode of the Land and Lead podcast, Dr. Josh Elmore interviews Rima Alameddine, Worldwide President of Peripheral Intervention at Becton Dickinson. Rima shares her career journey, emphasizing the importance of clarity, listening, and prioritization in leadership. She discusses the dynamics of organizational change, the differences between newcomers and incumbents, and the significance of trust and values in effective leadership. Rima also reflects on her experiences with wins and setbacks, offering insights into navigating high-stakes roles and fostering a culture of innovation and growth.

]]> In this episode of the Land and Lead podcast, Dr. Josh Elmore interviews Rima Alameddine, Worldwide President of Peripheral Intervention at Becton Dickinson. Rima shares her career journey, emphasizing the importance of clarity, listening, and prioritization in leadership. She discusses the dynamics of organizational change, the differences between newcomers and incumbents, and the significance of trust and values in effective leadership. Rima also reflects on her experiences with wins and setbacks, offering insights into navigating high-stakes roles and fostering a culture of innovation and growth.

]]> Dr. Josh Elmore of Court Street Consulting LLC Buzzsprout-18056390 Wed, 22 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0400 1887 leadership transitions, Rima Alameddine, BD, career journey, organizational change, listening, prioritization, leadership strategies, wins and setbacks, newcomers, values 1 5 full false "To be successful, it has to be about everybody else" - Chris Odegard of Murdoch’s Ranch & Home Supply In this episode of the Land and Lead podcast, Dr. Josh Elmore speaks with Chris Odegard, President and Chief Merchandising Officer of Murdoch’s Ranch & Home Supply. They discuss the challenges and strategies involved in leadership transitions, the importance of building a strong company culture, and the journey from the sales floor to executive leadership. Chris shares insights on hiring for cultural fit, the significance of trust in leadership, and the lessons learned throughout his career. He emphasizes the need for servant leadership and the importance of focusing on the success of others to achieve long-term success.

]]> In this episode of the Land and Lead podcast, Dr. Josh Elmore speaks with Chris Odegard, President and Chief Merchandising Officer of Murdoch’s Ranch & Home Supply. They discuss the challenges and strategies involved in leadership transitions, the importance of building a strong company culture, and the journey from the sales floor to executive leadership. Chris shares insights on hiring for cultural fit, the significance of trust in leadership, and the lessons learned throughout his career. He emphasizes the need for servant leadership and the importance of focusing on the success of others to achieve long-term success.

]]> Dr. Josh Elmore of Court Street Consulting LLC Buzzsprout-17977569 Wed, 08 Oct 2025 11:00:00 -0400 1735 leadership, transitions, company culture, team dynamics, hiring, trust, servant leadership, retail, management, personal growth 1 4 full false "People are the center of the organization" - Larry Cassesa of ABICOR BINZEL In this episode of the Land and Lead podcast, Dr. Josh Elmore interviews Larry Cassesa of ABICOR BINZEL, a seasoned leader with extensive experience in sales and executive management. They discuss Larry's journey through various leadership roles, focusing on the challenges and strategies involved in navigating change management, building relationships, and developing a vision for the future. Larry shares insights on the importance of continuous learning, effective communication, and the complexities of merging organizations. He emphasizes the need for, and challenge of, being an agent of change while making difficult decisions to place people for the long-term success of the organization. 

]]> In this episode of the Land and Lead podcast, Dr. Josh Elmore interviews Larry Cassesa of ABICOR BINZEL, a seasoned leader with extensive experience in sales and executive management. They discuss Larry's journey through various leadership roles, focusing on the challenges and strategies involved in navigating change management, building relationships, and developing a vision for the future. Larry shares insights on the importance of continuous learning, effective communication, and the complexities of merging organizations. He emphasizes the need for, and challenge of, being an agent of change while making difficult decisions to place people for the long-term success of the organization. 

]]> Dr. Josh Elmore of Court Street Consulting LLC Buzzsprout-17891589 Tue, 23 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0400 1748 leadership transitions, change management, organizational strategy, continuous learning, cross-functional collaboration, team dynamics, executive leadership, mergers and acquisitions, employee engagement, management strategies 1 3 full false "Slow is fast" - Wade Allen of Costa Vida In this episode of the Land and Lead podcast, Dr. Josh Elmore interviews Wade Allen, the president of Costa Vida Fresh Mexican Grill. Wade shares his journey from a non-restaurant background to becoming a skilled leader in the restaurant industry, detailing his experiences at Brinker International and his transition to Costa Vida. He discusses the challenges and strategies involved in leading a brand through change, the importance of listening and building credibility, and the lessons learned from setbacks. Wade emphasizes the significance of open communication and the value of a strong support network for leaders in high-stakes roles.

]]> In this episode of the Land and Lead podcast, Dr. Josh Elmore interviews Wade Allen, the president of Costa Vida Fresh Mexican Grill. Wade shares his journey from a non-restaurant background to becoming a skilled leader in the restaurant industry, detailing his experiences at Brinker International and his transition to Costa Vida. He discusses the challenges and strategies involved in leading a brand through change, the importance of listening and building credibility, and the lessons learned from setbacks. Wade emphasizes the significance of open communication and the value of a strong support network for leaders in high-stakes roles.

]]> Dr. Josh Elmore of Court Street Consulting LLC Buzzsprout-17772256 Tue, 02 Sep 2025 08:00:00 -0400 1967 leadership transitions, Wade Allen, Costa Vida, change management, restaurant industry, strategic leadership, overcoming setbacks, personal growth, business strategy, innovation 1 2 full false Welcome to the Land and Lead Podcast The Land and Lead Podcast explores the real stories behind leadership transitions - setbacks, strategies, wins, and moments of growth - all aimed at helping other leaders land well and lead effectively. Launching Fall 2025.

]]> The Land and Lead Podcast explores the real stories behind leadership transitions - setbacks, strategies, wins, and moments of growth - all aimed at helping other leaders land well and lead effectively. Launching Fall 2025.

]]> Dr. Josh Elmore of Court Street Consulting LLC Buzzsprout-17510490 Tue, 15 Jul 2025 15:00:00 -0400 17 Management, Organization Change, Role Transition 1 1 full false