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Timeout With Leaders
Everyone has a story worth telling—and one we can all learn from.
Behind every title is a human story.
Timeout with Leaders goes beyond job titles and LinkedIn bios to explore the crooked mile of leadership: the messy, meaningful journey of becoming. From CEOs and Presidents to Executive Directors and visionaries, each guest shares their real story: the setbacks, turning points, and inner battles that shaped how they lead with greater clarity, courage, and compassion.
This isn’t just a…
Episodes
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S6:E2 What Am I Missing? Leading Through Change with Jeff Messer
What happens when ten years of experience tells you one thing and someone on your team sees it differently? On this episode of Timeout with Leaders, cyber risk…
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6S: E1 | One Win at a Time with Nathan Hunstable
One Win at a Time | Nathan Hunstable, CIO of CEC Entertainment What happens when you lead with conviction, embrace vulnerability, and refuse to be anyone but…
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S5"E19 I Became a Different Dad with Andrew Wilder
In this episode of Timeout with Leaders, hosts Kevyn and Tyler sit down with Andrew Wilder, the Chief Security Officer at Vetcor. With over 18 years of…
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S5:E18 From Fear to Confidence: The Leadership Mindset Nobody Teaches with Ray Myers
What if fear isn’t the thing holding you back… but the signal that you’re exactly where you need to be? In this episode of Timeout With Leaders, Tyler White…
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S5:E17 From Nuclear Subs to the NBA: Meet Phil McKibbin
What does it take to lead with discipline, resilience, and purpose across every season of life? In this episode of Timeout with Leaders Podcast, we sit down…
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S5:E16 "Moments that Matter" Timeout with Carlton Dossman
In this episode of Timeout with Leaders, we sit down with Carlton Dossman, Corporate VP at Microsoft. Carlton shares a leadership philosophy centered on…
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S5:E15 “Do Hard Things” Timeout with Jim Rose
Unlock the secrets of mental toughness and spiritual growth with Jim Rose, VP of Operations at Pilot Flying J. This episode serves as a masterclass in…
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S5:E14 “The Urge to Serve” Timeout with Aftab Banth
Redefine the essence of influence with Aftab Banth, founder of Deep Trail and former security leader at TikTok. This episode dismantles the myth of…
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S5:E13 “Either You Win Or You Learn” Timeout with Amir
Step into the dojo and the executive suite with Amir Khawaja, Senior Director at Discover Financial Services and co-founder of Black Belts and Boardrooms. This…
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S5:E12 Locked Up with Zach Lewis
Dive into the career journey of Zach Lewis, CISO and CIO of the University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy, as he explores the intersection of technical…
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S5:E11 “Don’t Outsource Your Critical Thinking” Timeout with Jonny Austin
Explore the career journey of Johnny Austin as he bridges the gap between 90s tech culture and the future of AI and creativity. This episode offers a…
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S5:E10 “Finding Joy in the Journey” Timeout with Sue Newman
Discover the unconventional career path of Sue Newman, Senior Director of Human Resources at ATW. In this episode, we explore how Newman transitioned from law…
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S5:E9 "You Have To Find Your Own Strength" Timeout with Richard Hernandez
Uncover the journey of Richard Hernandez, a technology performance and benchmarking manager at Chevron Phillips. Trace his inspiring path, fueled by a deep…
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S5:E8 "The Only Time You Really Fail is When You Don't Try Even Harder" Timeout with Gary Dunbar
From farm to future: Gary Dunbar's journey of overcoming adversity and leading a massive team at NG North America. Trace his inspiring path from humble…
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S5:E7 "The most growth happens in the valleys" Timeout with Tiffany Benitez
From IT to authentic impact: Tiffany Benitez shares her journey of breaking free from societal norms to build a career on her own terms. Trace her path from a…
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S5:E6 "Growth Comes From Gaining Perspective” Timeout with Dusti Wofford
Midland grit, tech leadership, and a dash of fun: How did Dusti Wofford become Global Head of Digital Strategy and Technology at CBRE? Trace her path from a…
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S5:E5 “Continue to Inspire and Be Inspired” Timeout with Renard Henry
New Orleans resilience, Jiu-Jitsu mindset: How did Renard Henry become a top IT leader? Follow his journey through Katrina's aftermath to Toyota Connected…
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S5:E4 “A Leader of Leaders” Timeout with Fern Johnson
From the Bronx to tech leader: How did Fern Johnson forge her path? Hear her journey, driven by family work ethic and a passion for tech. Get vital lessons on…
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S5:E3 “The crime of curiosity” Timeout with JJ Widener
How does a music lover conquer cybersecurity? JJ Widener shares his unexpected path, fueled by learning and mentorship, to a career protecting what matters…
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Collaborative Leadership
Micro-episode: John Crighton emphasizes that strong leadership fosters collaboration and healthy debate, not just consensus. He argues that conflict can lead…
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Empowering Teams: The Decision Process
Micro-episode: Team-Driven Decisions. John Crighton shares insights on empowering teams to make decisions, highlighting the importance of process and…
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Keep Up & Lead Wildly
Micro-episode: John Crighton shares a two-part insight: first, his simple yet powerful catchphrase, "Keep Up," reflecting a fast-paced leadership mindset…
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The Value of Response Time
Micro-episode: John Crighton discusses the importance of timely communication, balancing immediate responses with thoughtful engagement. He emphasizes setting…
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Navigating New Roles
Micro-episode: John Crighton discusses navigating a new CTO role, emphasizing understanding team needs and prioritizing change. Learn to build trust through…
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S5:E2 "Forgiveness drives everything" Timeout with Drew Dudley
Discover the power of everyday leadership. Drew Dudley shares his insights on public speaking, personal growth, and the journey of writing "This Is Day One."…
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S5:E1 "You have to build it, and it takes time" Timeout with Dylan M. Rafaty
Discover the power of inclusive leadership. North Texas Disability Chamber CEO, Dylan M. Rafaty, shares his vision for 2025, focusing on disability inclusion…
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S4:E22 "Sailing is a metaphor for management" Timeout With Jon Spaker
Discover the art of leading a legacy business. Fee Brothers CEO, Jon Spaker, shares his unique perspective on leadership, drawing parallels from his…
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S4:E21 “Exactly who I was meant to be at that time” Timeout with Lindsay Gozzi-Theobald
Discover the power of purpose-driven leadership. East House CEO, Lindsay Gozzi-Theobald, shares her inspiring career journey, revealing the lessons learned…
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S4:E20 “Easiest Person to be is yourself” Timeout with Paul Guglielmo
Unlock the power of authenticity and resilience in leadership. Craft Canary CEO, Paul Guglielmo, shares his unique path from radio to entrepreneurship…
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S4:E19 “Attitude of Gratitude” Timeout with Carrie Carl
Discover the secrets to leading with empathy and resilience. Villa of Hope CEO, Carrie Carl, shares her journey and reveals how prioritizing mental well-being…
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S4:E18 "Don't Let Them Write Your Story For You" Timeout with Dr. Atoya Hodges
In this powerful episode of Timeout with Leaders, hosts Tyler White and Kevyn Rustici sit down with Dr. Atoya Hodges, CEO, Executive Board Member, healer, and…
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S4:E17 "You Got to Go Through It" Timeout with Tanya Cerniuk
Take a TIMEOUT with Kevyn and Tyler, along with their Tanya Cerniuk as she explores how adversity shapes authentic leadership. Tanya shares powerful lessons on…
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S4:E16 "Redefining Success A Journey from Comfort to Community" Timeout with Lindsay Jewett
In this episode of Timeout with Leaders, Tyler White and Kevyn Rustici chat with Lindsay, who shares her journey of personal growth and community service. As a…
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S4:E15 "Fear Never Getting the Chance To Fail" Timeout with Justin Smith
Timeout with Leaders hosted by Kevyn Rustici and Tyler White brings you a powerhouse episode featuring Justin Smith! Picture this: it’s a full count, and…
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S4:E14 "A Dreamer Knows A Dreamer" Timeout with Ajamu Kitwana
This week on Timeout with Leaders, Tyler White and Kevyn Rustici chat with Ajamu Kitwana, SVP of Community Impact at ESL, about mindful leadership, curiosity…
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S4:E13 “Working On and For Your Business” Timeout with Rhonda Destino
On this episode of Timeout with Leaders, Rhonda Destino, former president of Rochester Commissary, discusses leadership, embracing unpredictability, and the…
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S4:E12 "Define Your Keywords" Timeout with Michaela Gascon
This week on Timeout with Leaders Tyler White and Kevyn Rustici host Michaela Gascon, President & CEO of KJT, shares her journey to leadership, insights on…
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S4:E11 "Lean into Your Stretch" Timeout with Dr. Myra Henry
In this episode of Timeout with Leaders, hosts Tyler White and Kevyn Rustici sit down with Dr. Myra Henry, President and CEO of the YWCA of Rochester and…
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S4: E10 "People are People All Over the World" Timeout with Lynn Malooly
This week on Timeout with Leaders, Tyler, and Kevyn sit down with Lynn Malooly, Executive Director of Water for South Sudan. Lynn shares her journey from Notre…
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S4:E9 "Celebrate the Highs AND Lows" Timeout with Maureen Ballatori
Join Kevyn Rustici and Tyler White as they sit down with Maureen Ballatori, CEO and Founder of Agency 29, to explore the power of storytelling in the food…
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S4:E8 "Take Yourself With You Wherever You Go" Timeout with Tracey Dreisbach
Tyler White and Kevyn Rustici sit down with Tracey Dreisbach, Executive Director of the Rochester Rotary Club, for an insightful conversation. Tracey's story…
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S4:E7 "Live Your Truth" Timeout with Amanda DeVito
This week on Timeout With Leaders, Amanda DeVito, CMO of Butler/Till, joins hosts Kevyn Rustici and Tyler White. Amanda shared her journey of embracing…
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S4:E6 "Don't Let Perfect Get In the Way of Good" Timeout with Stefano Napolitano
Join Tyler White and Kevyn Rustici on Timeout with Leaders as they sit down with Stefano Napolitano, Fire Chief for the City of Rochester, in an episode about…
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S4:E5 "Experience is Brutal Sometimes" Timeout with Sam Leone
Join Timeout with Leaders, with Kevyn and Tyler as they delve into an inspiring conversation with Sam Leone, President at Conifer Realty. In this episode, Sam…
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S4:E4 "Assume Less, Take a Breath and Do More" Timeout with Donna Dedee
Join Kevyn Rusticii and Tyler White on Timeout with Leaders" as they sit down with Donna Dedee, President and CEO of Holy Childhood and Special Touch Bakery in…
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S4:E3 "Be You It Is OK" Timeout with Jennifer Cathy
Join Tyler White, Kevyn Rustici, and guest Jennifer Cathy, President and CEO of Delphi Rise, on Timeout with Leaders. They explore life-work integration…
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S4: Our 2 Cents "Eager to Fail" Timeout with Leaders
Welcome to "Our 2 Cents," featuring Tyler White and Kevyn Rustici. Where we champion action, self-discovery, and helping others thrive. We believe in just…
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S4 Special Episode: "Do Your Laundry First" Timeout with Randy Thomas
Join hosts Tyler White and Kevyn Rustici as they sit down with Randy Thomas to explore the keys to success in talent acquisition and training today. Randy…
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S4:E1 "Find Yourself By Helping Others" Timeout with Dr. Celia Mcintosh
Timeout with Leaders sits down with Dr. Celia Mcintosh, Nurse Practitioner, and social justice advocate, to help us all "find our voice." It delves into…
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S3:E22 ”Catch the Good” Timeout with Junior Dillion
Tyler White and Kevyn Rustici sit down with the inspiring Junior Dillion, CEO of Volunteers of America Upstate NY. Leadership gut check, "Would you follow you"…
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S3:E21 ”The Power of Action in the Now” Timeout with Heather Smith
Join this week's episode with Heather Smith, CEO of Velocitii. Heather's leadership during the pandemic embraced remote work, emphasizing trust, collaboration…
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S3:E20 ”Should Never Be Just Me” Timeout with Rusty Meeks
In this week's episode of Timeout with Leaders, we sit down with Rusty Meeks, CEO of the Arkansas Travelers Baseball Club. From his early days as a bat boy to…
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S3:E19 ”Proceed as if Success is Inevitable” Timeout with Nikisha Ridgeway
Tyler White and Kevyn Rustici sit down with Nikisha Ridgeway, the President and CEO of Starbridge, a transformative organization that partners with individuals…
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S3:E18 ”Intrapreneurial Leadership” Timeout with Mike Ognenovski
Join us as we sit down with Michael Ognenovski, the current President of Sydor Optics Inc. in Rochester, NY. Mike's story is a testament to the power of…
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S3:E17 ”Take the Time” Timeout with Patrick Luckett
This week we take a TIMEOUT with Patrick Luckett, the CEO of Best Day Ever. Patrick's unique journey from being a head manager for Syracuse men's basketball…
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S3:E16 ”Make Tomorrow Better” Timeout with Dale Sedgwick
Join us on an inspiring journey with Dale Sedgwick as she shares her powerful message: 'Do something today that makes tomorrow better.' As a faith-based…
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S3:E15 ”Everyone is a Leader” Timeout with Michael Backus
TIMEOUT with Michael Backus, a part-time basketball referee, and President & Chief Executive Officer of Oswego Health, an independent community-based health…
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S3:E14 Timeout with Gwen Van Laeken ”Equity of Voice”
This week we take a timeout with Gwen Van Laeken, Executive Director of Leadership Rochester, a personal and professional program dedicated to bringing leaders…
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S3:E13 Timeout with Kardell Sims ”Any Dream is Obtainable for Anyone”
Are we providing enough empowerment, encouragement, and enablement to those currently or previously incarcerated to become successful contributing members of…
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S3:E12 Timeout with Ryan Carrier ”Can AI and Humanity Co-exist?”
Do you believe that humans and AI can co-exist? Tyler and Kevyn sit down to separate fact from fiction as it relates to AI with Ryan Carrier, Executive…