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The Power of Change
“The Power of Change” is an AvidXchange podcast hosted by Michael Praeger, CEO of AvidXchange. On this show, business leaders discuss their approach to change management and offer C-suite perspectives on ushering change during good and bad times.
Episodes
The Power of Change19. How Real Estate Operators Are Adapting to AI, Fraud, and Changing Payment Workflows with Patrick Ghilani, CEO of MRI Software
The real estate industry has spent the last several years adapting to changing work habits, rising costs, and new expectations around technology. In this…
The Power of Change18. How AI and Operational Excellence Are Reshaping Community Management with Ben Currin, CEO at Vantaca
Technology adoption in community association management has shifted from optional to necessary. In this episode, Michael Praeger is joined by Ben Currin, CEO…
The Power of Change17. Why Trust Is the Foundation for Payment Automation with John Case, CEO of Acumatica
Trust is what determines how far customers are willing to go with automation. In this episode, Michael Praeger is joined by John Case, CEO of Acumatica, to…
The Power of Change16. How Embedded Payments Are Transforming Law Firm Financial Operations with Michael Dunn, CEO of Centerbase
Embedded payments are starting to change the role ERPs play in a business. In this episode, Michael Praeger is joined by Michael Dunn, CEO of Centerbase, to…
The Power of Change15. Supporting Data-Driven Strategy with an Innovative Culture feat. Nigel Morris, Co-Founder & Managing Partner at QED Investors
“Culture eats strategy for breakfast” is the motto Nigel Morris lives by, and in this episode of the Power of Change, he explains why. Whether you’re…
The Power of Change14. Your Accounting and Operations Can Be a Key Selling Point for Your Organization with Claudia Herrera of Donohoe Commercial Real Estate
Leading a high-performing team is hard in and of itself, let alone during times of constant technology changes and economic uncertainty. In this episode…
The Power of Change13. Becoming the Purpose-Driven Leader Your Team Needs with Patrick Brensinger of Trinity Growth Advisors
In this episode of the Power of Change podcast, host Michael Praeger engages with Patrick Brensinger, a senior advisor at Trinity Growth Advisors, discussing…
The Power of Change12. Advocating for Change and Approaching Tech with Curiosity with Shawn Robinson, Accounts Payable Manager at ASSA ABLOY
We’ve interviewed several C-suite leaders on this podcast, but in this episode we’re chatting with Shawn Robinson, the Accounts Payable Manager at ASSA ABLOY…
The Power of Change11. Leveraging Automation for the Digital Generation with Blake Sanford, VP of Association & Strategic Partners at PMI
Adopting new technology quickly is the name of the game in fintech, but not everyone in your organization—including your customers—will be on board at first…
The Power of Change10. Innovating Trust and Fraud Prevention as a Leader in Banking with Jill Castilla, CEO & President of Citizens Bank of Edmond
Trust, collaboration, and innovation are the ideal words that leaders hope describe their organizations, but how are you modeling that for your team? In this…
The Power of Change9. Having the Right Team Behind You Can Change the Game with Gabi Ruffels, LPGA Tour Player
There is so much we can learn from athletes about leadership, routines, and growth, which is why we’re thrilled to have Gabi Ruffels, Team AvidXchange’s…
The Power of Change8. Leveraging Data & Analytics to Make Better Leadership Decisions with Brian Tarble, VP of Product at AvidXchange
More and more finance leaders are being asked to leverage data and analytics for their decision-making, and for good reason. Data allows us to make informed…
The Power of Change7. Key Practices for High Growth Leadership with Patrick Thean, CEO & Co-Founder of Rhythm Systems
Mentorship and daily rhythms are two keys to success as a leader. In this episode, Michael Praeger is joined by his longtime friend and mentor, Patrick Thean…
The Power of Change6. Saving $300K and Hundreds of Hours Through Accounts Payable Automation with Sara Grafals, SVP of Regional Finance, Speedway Motorsports
“Automation” is quite the buzzword in the business and tech spaces, and for good reason. In this episode, Michael Praeger sits down with Sara Grafals, the…
The Power of Change5. Embracing Change in Tech, Including the AI Revolution with Howard Barash, CFO of Property Resources Corporation
Letting go of the status quo can be difficult, especially when it comes to technology. In this episode, Michael Praeger is joined by Howard Barash, Chief…
The Power of Change4. Running Towards the Uncomfortable as a Leader with Ben Currin, CEO of Vantaca
We know that growth requires getting out of your comfort zone, but it can sometimes be tricky to run head-on towards a fire instead of away from it - sometimes…
The Power of Change3. From Newspaper Reporter to CEO + Leading Massive Transformation with Ryan Davis, CEO, CINC Systems
Our guest for this episode of "The Power of Change" is Ryan Davis, CEO for CINC Systems, the largest provider of SaaS solutions for the community association…
The Power of Change2. Leading During Uncertain Economic Times with Elizabeth Francisco, CXO, Inhabit
Our guest for this episode of "The Power of Change" is Elizabeth Francisco, Chief Experience Officer for Inhabit, which owns a collection of tech-forward…
The Power of Change1. Challenges In Community Association Management with Cat Carmichael, CEO of Strategy 123
Our guest for our very first episode of "The Power of Change" is Cat Carmichael, the CEO for Strategy 123, a strategic community association management (CAM)…