The Innovation Meets Leadership Podcast
Episodes
26. Innovation in Early Stage Start-ups with Braydan Young
08 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Innovation Meets Leadership, host Natalie Born sits down with Braydan Young, B2B tech entrepreneur, co-founder of Sendoso, and foun...
25. Frequency of Excellence Scott Millson
25 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Innovation Meets Leadership, host Natalie Born sits down with author, keynote speaker, and former executive Scott Millson to explor...
24. How Leaders Build Strong, Scalable Organizations with Clifton Dickens
11 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Innovation Meets Leadership, host Natalie Born sits down with Clifton Dickens, a seasoned information security leader with over 30 ...
23. The Hidden Dynamics of Business & Family with Rene Sonneveld
28 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Innovation Meets Leadership, host Natalie Born sits down with executive coach, former diplomat, and author Rene Sonneveld for a pow...
22. Value Stream Mapping with Ron Crabtree
14 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Innovation Meets Leadership, host Natalie Born welcomes back Ron Crabtree—founder and CEO of MetaOps and MetaExperts, global proc...
21. Courageous Investing with Quentin Florence & Doug Vanderlinde
30 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Innovation Meets Leadership, Natalie Born sits down with Quentin Florence and Doug Vanderlinde, the founders of Coplanar Capital, t...
20. The Power of Play with Jolynn Ledgerwood
16 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Innovation Meets Leadership, host Natalie Born sits down with Jolynn Ledgerwood, learning and development expert, certified Gallup ...
19. Building Better Leaders with Brad McDonald
02 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Innovation Meets Leadership, host Natalie Born sits down with Brad McDonald — leadership designer, executive coach, and co-founde...
18. Leading with Courage with Louisa Loran
19 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Innovation Meets Leadership, Natalie Born sits down with Louisa Loran, former Google executive and author of Leadership Anatomy in ...
17. The Sales Growth Blueprint with Doug C. Brown
05 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Innovation Meets Leadership, Natalie Born sits down with Doug C. Brown, CEO of CEO Sales Strategies and a sales growth expert who h...
16. The Power of Community with Scott Smith
22 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Innovation Meets Leadership, Natalie Born sits down with Scott Smith, CEO of True Network Advisors. Scott has transformed the emplo...
15. BioHacking Leadership with Dr. Scott Hutcheson
07 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Innovation Meets Leadership, Natalie Born sits down with Dr. Scott Hutcheson, biosocial scientist, senior lecturer at Purdue Univer...
14. Defusing Conflict Before It Explodes with Ryan Dunlap
24 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What Happens When Pressure Builds—and You Don’t Even Know It? In this episode, Natalie Born sits down with Ryan Dunl...
13. AI Redefines Content Creation at Scale with Nick Jain
10 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens to marketing when AI becomes not just a tool, but a partner?In this episode, Natalie Born speaks with Nick Jain, founder of Content Hurri...
12. Funny by Design: How He Found His Voice (and Everyone Else’s) with Ben Price
27 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What does it take to keep people laughing while tackling tough topics—and why does humor open unexpected doors for influence?In this episode, Natali...
11. The Truth About AI: Adapt or Be Automated with Kene Iloenyosi
13 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if the secret to career satisfaction isn't changing what you do, but rediscovering who you are?In this episode, Natalie welcomes back career coac...
10. EQ, Mindset, and Sales with Jeb Blount Jr.
22 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Why do so many entrepreneurs fail to close deals, not because they lack a great product, but because they misunderstand the real nature of sales?In th...
9. Leading Innovation in the Digital Supply Chain with Ron Crabtree
08 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What’s the real reason most digital transformation projects fail—and what are successful leaders doing differently? In this episode, Natalie welco...
8. Leadership & Reputation Management with Stephanie Craig
25 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What’s the true cost of waiting until a crisis strikes? In this episode, Natalie speaks with crisis strategist and leadership communicator Stephanie...
7. Learning Transformation using Data and AI with Chris Hull
04 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How can schools shift from drowning in data to making decisions that help students thrive? Otus founder and former educator Chris Hull joins Natalie t...
6. AI driven Investment Strategies with Andrew Einhorn
20 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How can you remove emotion from investing — and make decisions backed purely by data?In this episode of Innovation Meets Leadership, Natalie Born si...
5. Unlocking Innovation with Robyn Bolton
06 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What does it take to truly transform innovation from a buzzword into lasting business success when most corporate innovation initiatives fail to deliv...
4. Will AI Outcreate Us? The Future of Innovation with Mike Todasco
23 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when AI fills 90% of the Internet with junk? The rise of AI-generated content is transforming the digital landscape—but at what cost? M...
3. No-Excuses Innovation with Bruce Vojak
09 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Innovation is often seen as the domain of tech giants and industry disruptors, but what about small and medium-sized enterprises? Are they at a disadv...
2. Revenue Through Relationships with Brandon Lee
09 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you building a personal brand that attracts opportunities, or are you hiding behind your title on LinkedIn? In this episode of Innovation Meets Le...
1. Sweet Innovation with Crumbl Cookie’s COO, Grace Chadwick
26 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What does it take to lead innovation at one of America's fastest-growing dessert brands, rotating an entirely new menu weekly across 1,200+ locati...
36. The Best Robot Wins with Krystal Parker
08 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How can businesses prepare for an AI-driven future without losing the human touch? In this insightful episode, Natalie Born sits down with Krystal Pa...
35. Innovative Products with Shannon Roddy
27 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What does it take to not only launch a product on Amazon but to actually protect and scale it in the ever-changing e-commerce world? In this episode,...
34.Tackling Global Challenges with Ed Fidoe
13 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What if the key to revolutionizing education lies in interdisciplinary learning and real-world problem-solving? In this episode, host Natalie Born is ...
33. The Generosity Mindset with John Ray
29 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How can shifting your mindset about pricing transform your business and unlock greater value for your clients? In this episode, John Ray dives into th...
32. A Culture of Innovation with Robyn Bolton
15 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How can leaders foster innovation even in challenging economic times? In this illuminating episode of the Innovation Meets Leadership podcast, host Na...
31. Innovation in Cyber Security with Yosef Beck
18 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How can organizations create a security-minded culture where every employee feels responsible for protecting against cyber threats? In this episode of...
30. Industry Innovation with Katrin Zimmerman
04 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How is artificial intelligence reshaping innovation practices and what does it mean for businesses today? In this thought-provoking episode, innovati...
29. Your Banking Master Class with Mary Beth Coke
21 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How can mastering banking fundamentals transform the trajectory of your small to mid-sized business? In this enlightening episode of the Innovation Me...
28. Customer Capitalism with Hunter Hastings
07 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How can businesses reclaim the customer-centric approach that defined early corporate success and adapt it for the 21st century? In this enlightening ...
27. Grit, Growth and Gumption with Tinsley English
16 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What three essential elements can empower women to embrace their leadership abilities and thrive in their careers? In this thought-provoking episode ...
26. The Benefits of Remote Work with Sean Campbell
02 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Can remote work revolutionize the way we balance our personal and professional lives, leading to happier, more productive employees and a more diverse...
25. Big Bet Leadership with John Rossman
12 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How can leaders approach digital transformation differently to increase their chances of success in the rapidly changing business landscape? In this ...
24. ESG moving from "woke" to "real" with Bob Woosley
28 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is ESG compliance becoming a necessity for companies to maintain their customer base and grow their business? In this thought-provoking episode of the...
23. My Daily Leadership with Antonio Garrido
14 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How can choosing the right leader, not just the job, propel your career to new heights? In this episode, host Natalie Born engages in a discussion wit...
22. Innovation in Healthcare with Tim Fischer
31 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How can leaders foster a culture of innovation and psychological safety in their organizations? In this episode of the Innovation Meets Leadership po...
21. Do Bigger Things with Dan McClure
17 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Can the complex, interconnected challenges of our era be addressed through traditional innovation methods, or is there a more powerful approach waitin...
20. Simply Put: Why Clear Messages Win with Ben Guttmann
03 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever considered how the simplicity of your message could be the key to breakthrough communication? Discover how to cut through the noise and ...
19. The Power of Pay Equality with Sally Loftis
18 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How can organizations create a more equitable pay structure and what impact does this have on innovation and business success? In this insightful epi...
18. Driving Transformation & Change with Chris Green
04 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How can leaders navigate the challenges of being 'asleep at the wheel' and transform their organizations into thriving, purpose-driven entitie...
17. Innovation: Build, Buy or Partner with Ian Bergman
21 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In a world where innovation is constantly redefining possibilities, how does one navigate the intricate balance between creativity, technology, and th...
16. Innovation in Customer Experience with Bill Mahoney
31 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How can organizations leverage customer experience as a strategic advantage in the dynamic SaaS landscape? This episode features Bill Mahoney, the Ch...
15. Work Like a Boss with Nancy Lyons
17 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How can we shift workplace culture to empower employees and unlock their full potential? In this episode of the Innovation Meets Leadership podcast, ...
14. The Power of the Collective for Innovation with Eb Ikonne
03 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How can tapping into collective wisdom lead to superior outcomes than relying solely on individual insight? In this episode, we speak with Ebenezer I...
13. Innovation in Education with Ashley Born
19 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What works for one student won't necessarily work for another, so it's important to constantly innovate to meet their needs. In this episode, Ashley ...
12. Navigation and Discovery with Cameron Singh
05 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
"Owning the room means you're not always the first to speak, but you're the first to listen." - Cameron Singh In this episode, host...
11. Innovation in AI & GPT-3 with Matt Swalley
22 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
"Every company has to start to become an AI company right now. If you're not skilling up, you're going to seriously be left behind the pe...
10. Founder Lessons Learned with Callie Murray
08 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
"Mentorship and just community around entrepreneurship is so vital... It just can't happen by yourself." - Callie Murray From accidental...
9. Leading Innovation with Empathy with Shane Mishler
24 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
"Focus on the strengths of your partnerships, of your relationships, and then work to build this up. And while you're doing that, I promise y...
8. Is Freelancing the Future of Work with Jason Montoya
10 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
“If you're going into freelancing as a way to escape something that you don't like with what you're doing, you may discover that that sa...
7. Becoming an Inventor with Eli Packouz
27 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
“The most basic skill you need is to be able to read. And I think if you can do that, if you are willing to put in the time and the work, you can le...
6. The Power of Publishing Books with Dave Sheets
13 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
"You don't have to be a writer to be an author.” – Dave Sheets In this episode of Innovation Meets Leadership, host Natalie Born and p...
5. Your Leadership Toolbox with Clint Ladine
30 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
" A realistic outlook will keep you moving toward your desired future. A limiting belief will prevent you from moving forward.” – Dr. Clint L...
4. The Future of Work is Remote with Alex Svinov
16 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
“Covid has taught me that remote workers can actually deliver great results.” - Alex Svinov In this episode, we explore the founding story of Insq...
3. Is Your Organization Innovative? with Scott Ritzheimer
02 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
"Fund what matters and fund it well. Innovation is not just a buzzword; it's an investment in the future of your company.” – Scott Ritzhe...
2. Innovation in Telemedicine with Matt McBride
18 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
"Healthcare seemed like a place where we could really make an impact because I think that was part of the goal – to have purpose to what we wer...
1. Innovation through Automation with Andrew Cohen
04 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
"Automation is not just automation just for automation's sake. Automation has to be meaningful." – Andrew Cohen In this episode of Inn...
36. Unlock Your Highest Potential with Randi Roberts
21 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
"It's possible to achieve both fulfilling career and happy life, and it's what I want for people. So, go for it. You deserve it." –...
35. User Experience Design with Satyam Kantamneni
07 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
"Experience transformation is the next frontier of digital transformation for companies." – Satyam Kantamneni In this podcast episode, Inn...
34. The Art and Science of Facilitation with Marsha Acker
23 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
"Facilitation is a key leadership skill." – Marsha Acker In this podcast episode, Innovation Meets Leadership host Natalie Born talks to M...
33. Peace over Performance for Innovation with Amy Balog
09 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
"Our peace self in us knows that we are always loved, always learning. It's always a constant". – Amy Balog Looking to unlock your tru...
32. Outcome Based Innovation with Stefan Debois
26 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
“It's not only listening to the customer. It's really taking action, being proactive to talk to your customers, inviting them for specific i...
31. Innovation in Ecom with Matteo Grassi
12 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
“"Don't take goal setting in your life too seriously. Goals are guideposts along the journey.” – Matteo Grassi In this episode of the podcast,...
30. Innovation Accounting with Esther Gons
26 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
“Look for the impact that you want to have, and then prioritize based on impact rather than market.” – Esther Gons In this episode, the founder...
29. The First 100 days with Marc Reifenrath
12 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
“A lot of skillsets you can teach, but the culture you can't.” - Marc Reifenrath Is a company’s culture critical to achieving and maintaining su...
28. The Cure for Not Invented Here Syndrome with Sohail Abbasi
29 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
“The more people you have thinking about the problem you're trying to solve, the further you're going to get as an organization.” - Sohail Abbasi ...
27. What Kills Innovation with Natalie & Aaron Born
15 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
“Think about some people you can pull alongside you to help you be a zero gravity thinker, to think outside the box and to look differently at probl...
26. Short Cuts with Bob Hasson
01 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
“Self-ownership of issues or mistakes is huge because that's where that's where I learn and I know that's where other people learn.” - Bob Hasson ...
25. Innovation and Hype 2.0 with Michael F. Schein
11 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
“Just because an idea's not original doesn't mean it's not effective.” - Michael F. Schein Welcome to Innovation Meets Leadership! I’m your host...
24. Change Marketing and Innovation with Kathya Acuña
27 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Innovation Meets Leadership! I’m your host, Natalie Born. In this episode, Kathya Acuña of Change Strategy at LOCAL focuses on the human...
23. Innovation in Start-ups with Shea Gerhardt
13 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Innovation Meets Leadership! I’m your host, Natalie Born. In this episode, we welcome Shea Gerhardt. Shea talks about how to develop an e...
22. The Golden Rule of Collaboration with Helene Cahen
30 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Innovation Meets Leadership! I’m your host, Natalie Born. In this episode, Helene Cahen talks about innovation and collaboration in organ...
21. Measure, Execute & Win with Alex Castro
16 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Innovation Meets Leadership! I’m your host, Natalie Born. In this episode, we welcome Alex Castro of M Corp. He discusses how to identify...
20. Innovation in Manufacturing with Sunny Han
02 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Innovation Meets Leadership! I’m your host, Natalie Born. In this episode, Sunny Han discusses Fulcrum’s mission to transform the manuf...
19. From Engineer to Founder with Bobby Matson
18 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Innovation Meets Leadership! I’m your host, Natalie Born. In this episode, Payitoff Founder and CEO Bobby Matson talks about turning a pr...
18. Autonomous Security Robots (ASRs) with William Santana Li
04 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Innovation Meets Leadership! I’m your host, Natalie Born. In this episode, William Santana Li of Knightscope discusses the importance of ...
17. Innovation in Healthcare with Justin Skerbetz
21 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Innovation Meets Leadership! I’m your host, Natalie Born. In this episode, Justin Skerbetz talks about how the healthcare industry has ev...
16. The Entrepreneur’s Journey with CEO, Bryan Clayton
07 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Innovation Meets Leadership! I’m your host, Natalie Born. In this episode, Bryan Clayton started by mowing his neighbor’s lawn as a sid...
15. On Minimum Lovable Products with Jay Goldman
24 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Innovation Meets Leadership! I’m your host, Natalie Born. In this episode, Jay Goldman reflects on how building a bespoke tool for their ...
14. The Connected Leader with Karen Hardwick
10 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Innovation Meets Leadership! I’m your host, Natalie Born. In this episode, we share a conversation about self-discovery. Karen Hardwick, ...
13. Your Teams Coach with Michael King
26 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Leaders need to be authentic and transparent with their teams in order to create a sustainable and successful relationship and scale. In this episode ...
12. Building a Podcast Brand with Kevin Mills
12 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Innovation Meets Leadership! I’m your host, Natalie Born. In this episode, Kevin Mills takes us behind the scenes of podcasting, the pitf...
11. Design Psychology with Thomas Watkins
22 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Innovation Meets Leadership! I’m your host, Natalie Born. In this episode, Thomas Watkins breaks down the ins and outs of effective desig...
10. Innovation in Learning with Shaunak Roy
08 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Innovation Meets Leadership! I’m your host, Natalie Born. In this episode, Shaunak Roy discusses innovation in education through technolo...
9. Blindspots & Culture with Brad Smith
24 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Innovation Meets Leadership! I’m your host, Natalie Born. In this episode, Brad Smith talks about blind spots and how we can better addre...
8. Leading Beyond Change with Michael Sahota
10 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Innovation Meets Leadership! I’m your host, Natalie Born. In this episode, Michael Sahota discusses what it entails to unlock the creativ...
7. Hybrid Work and Innovation with Rosemary Rein
27 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Innovation Meets Leadership! I’m your host, Natalie Born. In this episode, Rosemary Rein tackles hybrid work and how companies adapt. By ...
6. Your Leadership Style with Paula White
13 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Innovation Meets Leadership! I’m your host, Natalie Born. In this episode, Paula White joins us to expound the concept of music as a meta...
5. The 4 Question Go-To-Market Framework with Sangram Vajre
27 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Innovation Meets Leadership! I’m your host, Natalie Born. In this episode, Sangram Vajre from Season 1 is back! He discusses what the go-...
4. Sponsorship vs. Mentorship with Carol Seymour
13 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Innovation Meets Leadership! I’m your host, Natalie Born. In this episode, we have Carol Seymour who will be differentiating sponsorship ...
3. On Leading in Business with Mike Krass
30 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Innovation Meets Leadership! I’m your host, Natalie Born. In this episode, Mike Krass discusses what it takes to build a business that la...
2. The Hype Handbook with Michael F. Schein
16 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Innovation Meets Leadership! I’m your host, Natalie Born. In this episode, Michael F. Schein redefines the effective manner of marketing ...
1. Understanding your ego with Christie Garcia
02 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This is our first episode in season 3! We have Christie Garcia to discuss the impact of the unconscious self in communication, the triggers and employ...
37. The Future of Work with Frank Cottle
01 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Frank Cottle joins us to share his insights about the future of work and how organizations should perceive the hybrid work setup. He ...
36. Winning Digital Customers with Howard Tiersky
27 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we have Howard Tiersky joining us to discuss how companies can position themselves in the digital world by acknowledging your identit...