Best Enterprise Risk Management Process Podcasts (2025)

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How to Fix Your Hiring Process: CEO Reveals Why You're Losing Top Talent | Executive Search Expert 1:03:51

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Struggling to find and retain top talent? You're not alone. In this episode of CEOs Unscripted, I sit down with Brandt Hanley from ROI Executive Search to uncover why most mid-market companies are getting hiring ALL WRONG. What You'll Learn: ✅ Why the traditional interview process is fundamentally broken ✅ Cultural fit vs qualifications: What ACTUA…

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The Hidden Crisis Behind Your 5G: A CEO's Mission to Save the Telecom Workforce 49:59

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In this compelling episode of CEOs Unscripted, host Jane Gentry sits down with Letizia Latino, CEO of Neptune USA, to explore the unique challenges of leading in the telecommunications infrastructure industry. From managing the boom-and-bust cycles of wireless construction to championing workforce development through apprenticeships, Letizia shares…

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The $50M Exit Blueprint: How a Blue-Collar Kid Built & Sold an International Business 54:29

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What happens when a blue-collar kid from South Jersey transforms into a business-scaling expert? In this episode of CEOs Unscripted, host Jane Gentry sits down with her longtime mentor and business partner Pat Alacqua to uncover the raw truth about entrepreneurial growth, leadership transformation, and the psychological barriers that keep founders …

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AI Strategy for Mid-Market CEOs: How to Start, Scale & Succeed Without Getting Left Behind | Chris Happ 57:25

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Is AI overwhelming your mid-market business? You're not alone. In this unfiltered episode of CEOs Unscripted, host Jane Gentry sits down with Chris Happ, CEO of Virtuous AI and serial entrepreneur, to break down exactly how mid-market CEOs should approach AI strategy—without the tech jargon or corporate bureaucracy. What You'll Learn: ✅ Why AI is a…

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How to Build Trust and Lead High-Performing Teams: CEO Steve Hedrick Shares Military Leadership Secrets 58:18

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Join host Jane Gentry in this compelling episode of CEOs Unscripted as she sits down with Steve Hedrick, CEO of AVN Corporation, for an unfiltered conversation about leadership, empathy, and building successful organizations in today's competitive business landscape. What You'll Learn in This Episode: - Leadership Fundamentals - How military experi…

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From Carpenter’s Son to $500M CEO: Growth by Fundamentals, Not Fads — Troy Place (Place Services Inc.) 57:46

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What does it really take to scale from $60M to $500M without turning your company into a bureaucracy? In this candid conversation, Troy Place (CEO, Place Services Inc.) and host Jane Gentry unpack the unsexy fundamentals behind year-over-year $100M growth: fast decision-making, quality that the customer defines, ruthless focus on profitability, hir…

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Fortune 100 Tips: Cash Management, Talent Strategy & Decision-Making Speed with Stacey Tank 50:40

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Are you a mid-market CEO struggling with cash flow, talent retention, or decision-making speed? Fortune 100 veteran turned growth company CEO Stacey Tank reveals the exact strategies that transformed her leadership from managing billion-dollar enterprises at GE, Home Depot, and Heineken to scaling a high-growth beauty brand. KEY TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 -…

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From the NFL to the C-Suite: Rich Scanlon's Journey of Calculated Risk-Taking 49:16

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In this episode of CEOs Unscripted, host Jane sits down with Rich Scanlon, Chairman of Sendible and a former NFL linebacker turned successful SaaS CEO. Rich shares his extraordinary journey from the football field to the boardroom, revealing how lessons in discipline, accountability, and high-stakes decision-making shaped his leadership style. Tune…

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The Gratitude Advantage: How One CEO Built a Thriving Culture Through Authentic Leadership 50:00

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What happens when a 39-year-old takes over a family business and inherits employees who are decades older? In this powerful episode of CEOs Unscripted, Jane Gentry sits down with Jim Nooney, who transformed Nooney Controls through the revolutionary power of gratitude and authentic leadership. Jim shares his raw journey from feeling "unsuited" to ru…

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From Lean Processes to Human Potential: Building Meaningful Work Environments 55:32

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What happens when a supply chain expert who built and sold a successful consulting firm realizes the real problem isn't broken processes—it's broken workplaces? In this episode of CEOs Unscripted, host Jane Gentry sits down with Robert Martichenko, founder of Trail Path Workplace Solutions and former CEO of Lean Core Supply Chain, for an eye-openin…

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Beyond the Exhibit: Building a People-First Company with Michael McMahon 56:42

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What happens when a bartender-turned-restaurant-owner discovers a passion for experiential marketing and becomes the CEO of one of the top exhibit houses in the country? You get Michael McMahon. In this episode, Michael opens up to host, Jane Gentry, about his winding path to leadership, how he cultivated his leadership voice over decades, and what…

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Protect the King: Navigating Family, Business & Hard Decisions with Mark McKenzie 47:30

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How do you run a thriving business with your siblings—without losing your sanity or your bottom line? In this episode of CEOs Unscripted, Mark McKenzie, CEO of DocQmax, shares the gritty, inspiring story behind his family’s 50-year journey in the printing industry. From navigating family dynamics and hard conversations to staying innovative through…

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The Servant CEO: Bold Leadership Lessons with Mike Plaia 53:51

6M ago53:51

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In this episode of CEOs Unscripted, host Jane Gentry sits down with Mike Plaia, CEO of PharmaPoint, for an unscripted masterclass on building culture, embracing servant leadership, and staying bold in the face of adversity. (05:34) The GE program that fast-tracked Mike’s business instincts (07:25) Why Mike tells young professionals to start with st…

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Leading with Transparency: Lessons in Open-Book Culture with John Costello 57:35

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What happens when a 16-year-old managing adults becomes a CEO of a niche manufacturing company? In this candid and inspiring episode of CEOs Unscripted, host Jane Gentry sits down with John Costello, CEO of Cherry’s Industrial Equipment, for a real conversation about leadership, legacy, and the power of transparency. From navigating a tense busines…

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Mission First, People Always: Leadership Wisdom from Marine and CEO, Patrick Gough 1:09:47

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In this dynamic episode of CEOs Unscripted, host Jane Gentry sits down with Patrick "Paddy" Gough — retired Marine Corps officer, former aerospace CEO, and founder of Poseidon Consulting — for a candid and insightful conversation on what true leadership looks like. Together, they explore Paddy’s "Seven Cs" of leadership: competence, candor, courage…

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The CEO’s Mirror: How Self-Awareness Transformed Josh McAfee’s Leadership 39:14

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When your company can’t grow past you, it’s time to grow yourself. From starting a business by accident to scaling multiple companies—and learning some hard lessons along the way—Josh McAfee brings an honest and insightful lens to what it really takes to lead and grow. In this episode, Josh joins Jane Gentry to talk about the mindset shift that tra…

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Leading with Intention: A Blueprint for Change-Ready Organizations with Bill Canady 49:55

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Executing with focus, leading through change, and building unstoppable teams with intention and clarity. What happens when a Navy vet, former sales rep, and self-described “imposter syndrome CEO” becomes one of the most effective growth leaders in private equity? You get Bill Canady—Chairman of OTC Industrial Technologies, CEO of Arrowhead Engineer…

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From Crisis to Comeback: Leadership Lessons from the Fast-Food Industry with Doug Augustine 50:28

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#001: From Crisis to Comeback: Leadership Lessons from the Fast-Food Industry with Doug Augustine Turning setbacks into success, the power of vulnerability in leadership, and building a thriving company culture. Imagine stepping into a struggling business at just 26 years old, facing financial turmoil, and being told by corporate leaders that you s…

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The C-Suite Considers ERM 13:03

4y ago13:03

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New website = RiskCommentary.ca What are the key questions of senior executive in considering the adoption or remediation of enterprise risk management? Answers to these questions form an overview to guide the successful roll-out of ERM. Key questions entertained by the C-suite with regard to ERM likely include these three: a. What exactly is ERM? …

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Opportunity and Innovation 14:52

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New website = RiskCommentary.ca What is the “upside” of risk? Does ERM manage opportunity meaningfully? It leads to a structured innovation program that risk managers can lead with confidence. 1. Opportunity - origin of the idea in ERM 2. Opportunity - how can we make sense of the idea? 3. Opportunity - as innovation 4. Innovation a. an established…

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Due Diligence, Risk ID for Major Projects 14:58

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New website = riskcommentary.ca [Re-edited for clarity.] Due diligence is not the same as risk assessment; they are complementary. Due Diligence and High Quality Risk Assessment: how could they be used? 1. Quote: the hope for a less quantified, more qualified and thoughtful approach. 2. Due diligence definition vs risk assessment. 3. Order of opera…

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Is Financial Risk Management Equivalent to ERM? 15:58

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New website = riskcommentary.ca ERM, for some, consists solely of Financial Risk Management. Is this sound? We offer commentary on quantitative modelling and its place in Enterprise Risk Management. Quantitative methods examples Chief limitations of quantitative models Proprietary internal risk rating systems Forecasts and probability estimates 200…

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Fixing Common ERM Challenges 15:27

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New website = RiskCommentary.ca ERM mid-life crisis: how to rejuvenate and validate the program. The curious juxtaposition of need vs poor take-up. Steps in analyzing and fixing poor take-up in ERM programs. Several specific fixes for improving the compelling nature of risk information. What about “opportunity”? Ref: Innovation. What about other ri…

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Principles of Successful ERM Implementation 13:43

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New website = riskcommentary.ca How to implement an Enterprise Risk Management regime that is readily accepted and endures? Answer: by mastering the principles of program success, which will set you apart as an administrator. Edited for length. Employ proven success factors for program implementation shown in studies. 1. clear goals and objectives …

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ERM Implementation: Minimal Footprint 13:18

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New website = riskcommentary.ca How can we roll out Enterprise Risk Management with a minimal footprint? Edited for length What is ERM in relation to your entire management practise? Principles-based approach value proposition and cost-benefit analysis - principle: self-proven execution - principle: organic growth working methods - principle: rigou…

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Who is the Risk Champion? 15:36

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New website = riskcommentary.ca Enterprise risk management implementation: Who is the champion? Edited for length. Significance of the Enterprise Risk Management champion Who actually is leading this work? What are the requisite qualifications and background? Is any special training needed? Background and qualities Functions Principles of program s…

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Risk Register and Breakthrough Mitigation 16:13

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New website = riskcommentary.ca High Quality Risk Assessment: What is the true significance of the risk register you’ve built so carefully? How does it lead to dramatic, breakthrough risk mitigation? Facilitating risk assessment Risk register - the full significance What have we accomplished so far? Quality infused at each step Result: revelations …

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How to Facilitate High Quality Risk Assessment 19:11

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New website = RiskCommentary.ca High Quality Risk Assessment implies comprehensive risk identification and a sensible assessment using four key criteria. I share a generic methodology developed and refined over years with clients. Review of the advantages of round table method Risk identification - finer points of risk formulation Facilitation - fi…

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How to do Risk Identification 17:27

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New website = RiskCommentary.ca The process of risk identification itself. We can do so with confidence, because all of the procedural and conceptual elements we need are finally in place. Recap High Quality Risk Assessment: Preferred method: round-table of experts Prepared session: agenda, context paper and facilitation aids Risk formulation rules…

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Why is Risk ID All Over the Map? 18:45

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New website = riskcommentary.ca Looking carefully at conventional advice, we discover why risk ID can be ineffectual. Confusion entrained by the supposed risk ID methods set out in conventional literature. · interviews and surveys, questionnaires · audits, physical inspection · brainstorming · networking with peers, industry groups · judgemental - …

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How to Establish Context 16:19

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New website = RiskCommentary.ca Context for risk assessment could mean projects, contracts, administrative workflows, technical processes, etc. Summary of the series to date. High Quality Risk Assessment. Establish the Context. Context Paper - The purpose is twofold: - to create a highly useful aid to facilitation; and - to create a testament to du…

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Establish Context - Underrated, Misunderstood 17:54

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New website = RiskCommentary.ca “Establish the Context” - the most misunderstood and underrated step in the whole risk management process. Recap of topics so far Establish the Context What do the standards mean by “Establish the Context”? What are the elements and true significance of “Establish the Context”? The headings in what I call the Context…

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Strategic Planning - Best Practices 12:24

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New website = RiskCommentary.ca Foundation for ERM: you must have the best organizational planning practice you can muster. Recap: 3 basic steps in strategic planning process internal environmental scan goal formulation Three types of planning internal organization strategic operational Broader schema to try to relate planning and management practi…

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Is Your Strategic Planning Really Any Good? 17:17

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New website = RiskCommentary.ca The all-important risk identification process: High Quality Risk Assessment. The first step is actually to fix the organization’s planning practise! Six steps in High Quality Risk Assessment Investigate and fix the planning practice. The intuitive, informal approach -- does it work? The importance of the planning lan…

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Enterprise Risk Management: Definition and Core Practice 18:36

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New website = RiskCommentary.ca Time to get into the ERM process! Let’s start with definitions that reflect a precise method. Definitions: rationale and approach 1. Enterprise Risk Management 2. High Quality Risk Assessment Significance of High Quality Risk Assessment process Summary KEY QUOTE “One key message here is: do not fall into the trap of …

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Enterprise Risk Management: Busting Myths - part 2/2 18:46

4+ y ago18:46

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New website = RiskCommentary.ca ERM myths, observed by your host over several years’ experience as practitioner and educator. For each point, we will give you the practical take-away to apply in your risk management program. Myth #8: Managers, directors, analysts, CEOs, etc. know how to implement new programs. Myth #9: Enterprise Risk Management ca…

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Enterprise Risk Management: Busting Myths - part 1/2 15:41

4+ y ago15:41

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New website = RiskCommentary.ca What are common misconceptions that can block success in your Enterprise Risk Management program? Your host Edward Robertson has a list of ERM myths, observed over several years’ experience as practitioner and educator. For each point, we will give you the practical take-away to apply in your risk management program.…

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Is Enterprise Risk Management Dead? 13:10

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New website = RiskCommentary.ca Podcast launch! Is Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) dead? There is a stunning disconnect between the unprecedented need for ERM to be “instilled into the corporate DNA” and lacklustre risk manager survey results. Let’s explore why ERM is broken, and how to fix it. Welcome to the Risk Commentary podcast Who is this po…