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Opening Pathways
Tom LeNoble is a confidential advisor to founders, executives, nonprofit leaders, business owners, and professionals navigating meaningful leadership moments. He is an international speaker, coach, and philanthropist. His career spans Fortune 500 giants including MCI (VZ), Walmart.com (WMT), Palm (HP), and Facebook (META), as well as multiple high-growth startups. As CEO of the Academy for Coaching Excellence and a Leadership Coach with the Miller Center at Santa Clara University, he mentors…
Episodes
- Opening Pathways
SE03 E09 - The Power of Connection and Influence | Lyndsay Mitcheson - Part 2
This is Part 2 of Tom's conversation with Lyndsay Mitcheson. Listen to Part 1 here: https://youtu.be/v4XC8nDazdM Lyndsay Mitcheson shares her inspiring journey…
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SE03 E08 - Leadership and Legacy in Healthcare | Lindsay Friedman
Lindsay Friedman shares her journey from caregiving to founding LTCareNav and CareBloom, highlighting her insights on elder care, innovation, leadership, and…
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SE03 E07 - Understanding Venture Capital and Women’s Investment | Brandi Kolosky
In this insightful interview, Brandi Kolosky, Founder & GP at Sacral Capital, shares her journey of founding the firm, her core values, and her unique approach…
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SE03 E06 - Mastering Fear and Building Resilience in Business | Amanda Colbert
In this engaging interview, Amanda Colbert, CEO and Founder of Chariot Communications, shares her journey from corporate layoffs to building a successful…
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SE03 E05 - Understanding Fear and Decision-Making | Ihunanyachi Thompson
In this engaging interview, Ihunanyachi Thompson, CEO and Co-Founder of DoxFlowy, shares his journey from early tech fascination to building innovative…
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SE03 E04 - What No One Tells About Quantum and AI | Skip Sanzeri
In this episode, Skip Sanzeri shares insights from his journey in quantum computing, cybersecurity, and AI. He discusses the growing quantum threat, the future…
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SE03 E03 - The Truth About AI and Security in the Future | Chris Carter
In this insightful interview, Chris Carter, Chairman and CEO of Approyo, shares his journey through the tech industry, his perspectives on AI and security, and…
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SE03 E02 - The Secret Behind Creator Brand Deals | David Galombik
In this insightful interview, David Galombik, COO and Co-Founder of Persona, shares his journey from investment banking to startup founder, revealing how he…
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SE03 E01 - The Healing Power of Nature and Spirituality | James Piacentino
In this conversation, Tom Lenoble interviews James Piacentino, CEO of Thrive Genetics, about the company's mission to identify addiction risk in individuals…
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SE02 E50 - The Power of Resilience in Midlife | Chip Conley
In this inspiring interview, Chip Conley shares his transformative journey through midlife challenges, founding the Modern Elder Academy, and embracing…
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SE02 E49 - The Future of AI and Conscious Design | Siosi Samuels
In this insightful interview, Siosi Samuels shares his journey into Conscious Stack Design, blending cultural wisdom with modern technology to foster conscious…
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SE02 E48 - Introduction to Business Mistake Prevention | William Holston
In this conversation, Tom Lenoble interviews William Holston, a business mistake prevention specialist. William shares his journey from creating a successful…
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SE02 E47 - Revolutionizing Consulting Vision for Industry Change | Tory Bjorklund
In this insightful interview, Tory Bjorklund, CEO of Victoria Fide Consulting, shares his journey, leadership lessons, and vision for transforming the…
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SE02 E46 - Vision for the Future of Mental Health Care | Tanuj Sharma
In this insightful interview, Tanuj Sharma, Co-Founder and CEO of Kana Health, shares his journey of building a mental health platform post-COVID, emphasizing…
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SE02 E45 - Building Trust and Making a Difference | Dr. Maria Nemeth
In this inspiring interview, Dr. Maria Nemeth shares her journey from a young girl inspired by her father to founding The Academy for Coaching Excellence. She…
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SE02 E44 - The Power of Values and Risk in Building a Business | Kate Assaraf
In this engaging interview, Kate Assaraf, Founder & CEO at Dip Sustainable, shares her journey of creating plastic-free hair care products that combine…
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SE02 E43 - Peaceful Computing and the Future of Conscious AI | Dhruv Adhia
In this episode, we sit down with Dhruv Adhia, Co-founder & CEO & CTO of Prana Labs, to explore how personal health challenges, spiritual insight, and…
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SE02 E42 - From Tech Leader to Creative Coach | Anthony Garone
In this educational interview, we sit down with Anthony Garone to explore his journey from tech leadership to content creation, coaching, and creative…
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SE02 E41 - Navigating Risk, Fear & Success in Business | Anthony Spark
In this episode, Anthony Spark shares powerful insights from his journey of personal and professional growth. He reflects on how relationships, authenticity…
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SE02 E40 - How Collaboration Drives Systemic Change | Simon Mont
In this insightful interview, Simon Mont, founder of Harmonize Consulting, shares his journey from studying law to developing innovative strategies that help…
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SE02 E39 - The Journey Begins: From Coaching to Business | Thomas Cox
In this engaging conversation, Thomas Cox shares his journey from coaching college football to becoming a successful entrepreneur with Cox Capital and Table…
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SE02 E38 - Risky Decisions and Courage in Leadership | Tanya Yakhontova
In this engaging conversation, Tanya Yakhontova, CEO of The Spartan AI, shares her journey in the AI industry, emphasizing the importance of security and…
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SE02 E37 - The Heart of Community Connection | Cindy Eggleton
In this enlightening conversation, Tom LeNoble speaks with Cindy Eggleton, CEO of Brilliant Cities, about her journey in creating community-focused…
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SE02 E36 - Beyond the Game: Leadership and Legacy | Charlie Sarmiento
In this engaging conversation, Charlie Sarmiento, a Global Sports Visionary and CEO of Vertikal X, shares his journey from being an athlete to a leader in…
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SE02 E35 - Revolutionizing Psychology with AI | Stephen Stearman
In this conversation, Stephen Stearman, CEO of Psynth, discusses the innovative use of AI in psychology to streamline report writing. He shares his journey…
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SE02 E34 - The Power of Positivity in Leadership | Part - 2 | Rachel Doyle
This is Part 2 of Tom's conversation with Rachel Doyle. Listen to Part 1 here: https://youtu.be/W0EXlYQezgc?si=UTxxn2Y580WOS3hK In this engaging conversation…
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SE02 E33 - From Homelessness to CEO: A Founder’s Journey | Yan Grinshtein
In this engaging conversation, Yan Grinshtein, CEO and Co-Founder of Cepien AI, shares his inspiring journey from homelessness to entrepreneurship. He…
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SE02 E32 - Celebrating Black History Every Day | Kiki Monifa
In this engaging conversation, Tom LeNoble speaks with Kiki Monifa, the CEO of BlackHistoryEveryDay.com, about her journey in creating a platform that…
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SE02 E31 - The Intersection of AI and Cognitive Science | Arshavir Blackwell
In this conversation, Tom LeNoble interviews Arshavir Blackwell, a consultant with a deep background in AI and cognitive science. They discuss Arshavir's…
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SE02 E30 - Beating Imposter Syndrome and Finding Legacy | John Munsell
What does it take to build a business with integrity, faith, innovation, and long-term impact especially in the fast-moving world of AI and SaaS? In this…
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SE02 E29 - From Startups to Podcasting: Entrepreneur's Tale | Sam Kamani
In this conversation, Tom LeNoble interviews Sam Kamani, founder of the Web3 Podcast, exploring his journey as a tech entrepreneur and podcaster. Sam shares…
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SE02 E28 - Resilience and Redemption: Story of Hope | Jose Pereira
In this episode of Opening Pathways, host Tom LeNoble engages in a profound conversation with Jose, a former CEO of Citgo and a survivor of a five-year hostage…
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SE02 E27 - A New Approach to Sports Betting | Drew Tabor
In this episode of Opening Pathways, host Tom LeNoble welcomes Drew Tabor, the founder of Ungambled, a platform that leverages financial trading strategies in…
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SE02 E26 - Where Leadership and Humanity Align | Laura Heintz
In this enlightening conversation, Laura Heintz, CEO of Stanford Sierra Youth & Families, shares her journey in mental health and social services, emphasizing…
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SE02 E25 - From Vision to Scale With Discipline | Sreenath Reddy
In this conversation, Tom LeNoble interviews Sreenath Reddy, founder of Intentwise, discussing the journey of entrepreneurship, the importance of clarity and…
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SE02 E24 - Navigating the Startup Landscape | Vidar Hokstad
In this conversation, Vidar Hokstad, a fractional CTO and founder of Hokstad Consulting, shares his journey from a young programmer to a seasoned startup…
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SE02 E23 - Entrepreneurship: Lessons from the Trenches | Matt Kaufman
In this conversation, Matt Kaufman, CEO of MK Partners, shares his journey in the Salesforce consulting space, discussing the inception of his company, his…
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SE02 E22 - New Year | Tom LeNoble
In this reflective episode, Tom shares his journey of embracing stillness and the lessons learned from a recent illness. He emphasizes the importance of…
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SE02 E21 - Holiday Gratitude | Tom LeNoble
In this heartfelt message, Tom LeNoble reflects on the complexities of the holiday season, emphasizing the importance of being present and honest with oneself…
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SE02 E20 - The Heart of Humanitarian Work: Values and Trust | Tobie Spears
In this conversation, Tobie Spears, founder of Be Humanitarian, shares her journey from a challenging childhood to becoming a dedicated humanitarian. She…
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SE02 E19 - The Power of Kindness in Business | Christy Pretzinger
In this engaging conversation, Christy Pretzinger, CEO of WG Content, shares her insights on leadership, emotional intelligence, and the importance of kindness…
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SE02 E18 - Intergenerational Connections: A Journey of Service | Part - 1 | Rachel Doyle
This is Part 1 of Tom's conversation with Rachel Doyle. Listen to Part 2 here: https://youtu.be/dSrhDpolAAU In this engaging conversation, Rachel Doyle…
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SE02 E17 - Spreading Joy Through Globe Aware | Kimberly Haley-Coleman
In this engaging conversation, Kimberly Haley-Coleman, CEO and founder of Globe Aware, shares her journey of creating a nonprofit focused on short-term service…
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SE02 E16 - Navigating the Venture Capital Landscape | Itamar Novick
In this engaging conversation, Itamar Novick, CEO of Recursive Ventures, shares his journey in the venture capital world, emphasizing the importance of…
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SE02 E15 - A Journey of Purpose | Anil Vadaparty
In this episode of Opening Pathways, Tom LeNoble interviews Anil Vadaparty, CEO of McKinley, a community-based organization in Southern California. Anil shares…
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SE02 E14 Creating Beauty in Functionality | Lyndsay Mitcheson
In this engaging conversation, Tom LeNoble interviews Lyndsay Mitcheson, the designer and owner of Neo Walk, who shares her inspiring journey from becoming a…
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SE02 E13 Exploring the Art of Storytelling | Rick Tocquigny
In this engaging conversation, Rick Tocquigny shares his journey as an author, podcaster, and advocate for significance in life. He discusses the importance of…
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SE02 E12 The Journey Of A Startup Founder | Maryam Mahdaviani
In this conversation, Tom LeNoble interviews Maryam Mahdaviani, founder of Attesto, discussing her journey as a startup founder, the challenges of finding…
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SE02 E11 Empowering Neurodivergent Entrepreneurs | Alyece Smith
In this conversation, Alyece Smith shares her inspiring journey from a corporate career to becoming the CEO of Socially Ausome and founding the nonprofit…
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SE02 E10 Navigating Challenges in Nonprofit Work | Sam Mitchell
In this engaging conversation, Sam Mitchell, the executive director of Autism Rocks and Rolls, shares his journey of creating a podcast focused on autism…
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SE02 E09 Unlocking Your Potential with Vision Boards | Debbi Sluys
In this engaging conversation, Tom LeNoble and Debbi Sluys explore the transformative power of vision boards and personal growth. Debbi shares her journey from…
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SE02 E08 The Art of Risk-Taking in Entrepreneurship | Blake Serrano
In this engaging conversation, Blake Serrano shares his unique journey from a tech background to becoming the owner of Sew-Snip, an online fabric business. He…
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SE02 E07 Transforming Mistakes into Growth | Patricia Stepler
In this engaging conversation, Tom LeNoble interviews Patricia Stepler, the owner of Creating Top Producers. Patricia shares her inspiring journey of starting…
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SE02 E06 Fighting E-Commerce Fraud with AI | Zac Garthe
In this conversation, Tom LeNoble interviews Zac Garthe, CEO and co-founder of Sigil, a company dedicated to using AI to combat fraud in e-commerce. Zac shares…
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SE02 E05 The Long Road to Success with TraceFuse.ai | Shane Barker
In this conversation, Tom LeNoble interviews Shane Barker, the founder of TraceFuse.ai, discussing the challenges and successes of building a business that…
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SE02 E04 - Empowering Sustainability Through Innovation | With Michael Olenick
In this conversation, Michael Olenick, CEO of the Child Care Resource Center, shares his journey in the nonprofit sector, discussing the growth and evolution…
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SE02 E03 - Empowering Sustainability Through Innovation | With Raphael Rosen
In this episode of Opening Pathways, Tom LeNoble interviews Raphael Rosen, CEO and Co-founder of Centinel, a company focused on solving the landlord-tenant…
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SE02 E02 - The Future of Employee Benefits and Investment | With Mike Ehrle
In this engaging conversation, Mike Ehrle shares insights into his entrepreneurial journey, discussing his ventures Lumity and FinParency, and the importance…
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SE02 E01 - Navigating Leadership Trust in Nonprofits | With Gaby King-Morse
In this conversation, Gaby King-Morse, the president and CEO of the Center for Women and Enterprise, discusses her journey in empowering women through…
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SE01 E50 - Values-Driven Entrepreneurship | With Josh Kanter
In this conversation, Josh Kanter, founder and CEO of Leafplanner, shares his journey into entrepreneurship at the age of 63, driven by personal experiences…