Getting the Brand Back Together

Sep 10 2021 52 mins

Unboxing the interdisciplinary art of banding, branding, and business building, Brad Circone reveals the unexpected connections and unique similarities between successful businesses and rock ‘n’ roll bands. What binds them toward success? Brand. Curating the wisdom gained from 30+ years of entertainment, advertising, marketing, and branding expertise, we will hear from rock stars, CEOs, founders, artists, and mavericks, on how they perform the power and principles of brand like no one else.

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20. Humility, Reflection, Awareness: The New Attributes Reshaping Leadership Development & The Next Best Right Decision

Sep 10 2021 53 mins

CEO of the Innovative Leadership Institute, Maureen Metcalf, gets to grips with the mechanics of leadership and identifies the personality traits that make or break a business.

19. Donna Mogavero and The Divinity Of An American Singer-Songwriter

Sep 03 2021 61 mins

The legendary singer-songwriter Donna Mogavero reflects on her decades-spanning career as a category-defying musician, and reveals why she chose to make Columbus, Ohio her forever home and creative stomping ground.

18. Dolly Parton, Doughnuts, and The Rea Way: How A Humble Accounting Firm Became Trusted Advisors

Aug 27 2021 57 mins

Becca Johns, Director of Practice Growth at Rea & Associates, talks about rebranding an accounting firm beyond the spreadsheet, with the help of famous employees, unique marketing strategies, and a reliable box of doughnuts.

17. Chasing Fashion Branding and Finding The Verve – The Fit That Feels Good and The Feel That Fits Good

Aug 20 2021 61 mins

Part 2 of our conversation with brand aficionados, Jay Borman and Sara Zimmermann, a dynamic duo helping companies think outside the box and dress their brands up differently.

16. How A Toy Story Titan & A Retail Dog Help Brands Find Their Truth

Aug 13 2021 50 mins

Co-conspirators and creative visionaries Jay Borman + Sara Zimmermann discuss how they brought playfulness into corporate leadership roles at EXPRESS, the premise behind their agency, Merciful Thieves, and the power of a great fashion statement.

15. Passion, Rhythm & Groove: Engineering the Brand Of Bass from Jamerson to Flea to Entwistle

Aug 06 2021 57 mins

The Toll’s bass player, Greg Bartram, sits with lead singer, Brad Circone, to reflect on the ever-evolving brand of bass in the industry and how James Jamerson impacted the creative and musical trajectory of The Toll.

14. Brands Are Born To Be Wild: Why Leaders Must Find Their “Always” Customers and Share What They Love

Jul 30 2021 43 mins

Founder & CEO of the Floriss Group, James Rores, sets the record straight on contemporary leadership, sales, branding, and the importance of customer-brand connection in the quest for sustainable growth.

13. Progressive Is Back In Black As the Brand Re-Emerges from the Pandemic

Jul 23 2021 54 mins

The show is never over for Nino Cervi, CEO & Partner of Progressive Flooring & Services, who stops at nothing to make sure his team of master craftsmen are one step ahead of the consumer curve.

12. Why Success in the Music Industry (and Any Business) is About Relationships, Not Talent

Jul 16 2021 60 mins

Founder and Director of Groove U, an immersive music industry program in Dublin, Ohio, Dwight Heckelman explains how his program and unique approach gives students the fundamental skills needed for today’s ever-evolving music business.

11. A Rock ‘N’ Roll Trial By Fire: Transformation From Artist To Attorney

May 07 2021 67 mins

Lawyer, cousin, and former Toll guitarist, Rick Silk, talks about creating a band without any musical merit, and why The Toll's record deal with Geffen – alongside Guns & Roses, Aerosmith, Joni Mitchell, Jimmy Page, and Sir Elton John – was doomed to fail.