<![CDATA[The Modern Founder & CEO Podcast]]>The Modern CEO Podcast Business Strategy. Leadership. Personal Growth.

What does it take to lead at the highest level — and still grow as a human being?

The Modern CEO brings together some of the world's most accomplished CEOs and business leaders for candid conversations about what it really takes to build great companies, lead great teams, and live a great life. Hosted by Jon Kludt and Laurence Baldegger, each episode digs into the real strategies, hard lessons, and mindset shifts behind today's most effective leaders.

Whether you're running a company, building one, or preparing to lead — this is the podcast that treats you like the executive you are. No fluff. No theory. Just real conversations with real leaders about what's working right now.

Topics include business strategy, organizational leadership, executive decision-making, entrepreneurial operating systems, and the personal development habits that separate good leaders from great ones.

]]>www.themodernceopodcast.comRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Thu, 09 Jul 2026 00:37:17 GMTThu, 19 Feb 2026 22:41:18 GMT60Jon Kludt<p><b>The Modern CEO Podcast</b> <i>Business Strategy. Leadership. Personal Growth.</i></p><p>What does it take to lead at the highest level — and still grow as a human being?</p><p>The Modern CEO brings together some of the world's most accomplished CEOs and business leaders for candid conversations about what it really takes to build great companies, lead great teams, and live a great life. Hosted by Jon Kludt and Laurence Baldegger, each episode digs into the real strategies, hard lessons, and mindset shifts behind today's most effective leaders.</p><p>Whether you're running a company, building one, or preparing to lead — this is the podcast that treats you like the executive you are. No fluff. No theory. Just real conversations with real leaders about what's working right now.</p><p>Topics include business strategy, organizational leadership, executive decision-making, entrepreneurial operating systems, and the personal development habits that separate good leaders from great ones.</p>episodicJon Kludtjon.kludt@eosworldwide.comno<![CDATA[Cathrine Mattice, CEO of Civility Partners]]>Catherine Mattice shares her journey from being an HR director to specializing in toxic work environments. She discusses the impact of toxic behavior, the challenges faced by founders and CEOs, and the importance of addressing workplace bullying. Catherine also talks about her growth as a leader and her vision for the future of her consulting firm.

Takeaways

  • Workplace bullying is a common issue that impacts productivity and turnover.
  • Leadership style and behavior can contribute to toxic work environments.
  • Delegation, self-care, and fostering relationships are essential for personal and professional growth.

Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast
  • 05:35 Bullying in the Workplace
  • 12:06 Addressing Wrong Person in the Right Seat
  • 27:15 Personal Growth and Leadership
  • 34:13 Vision for the Future
]]>82340daa-1653-47a2-800a-ac03e4430539Thu, 28 May 2026 22:19:37 GMT<p>Catherine Mattice shares her journey from being an HR director to specializing in toxic work environments. She discusses the impact of toxic behavior, the challenges faced by founders and CEOs, and the importance of addressing workplace bullying. Catherine also talks about her growth as a leader and her vision for the future of her consulting firm.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Workplace bullying is a common issue that impacts productivity and turnover.</li><li>Leadership style and behavior can contribute to toxic work environments.</li><li>Delegation, self-care, and fostering relationships are essential for personal and professional growth.</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction to the Podcast</li><li>05:35 Bullying in the Workplace</li><li>12:06 Addressing Wrong Person in the Right Seat</li><li>27:15 Personal Growth and Leadership</li><li>34:13 Vision for the Future</li></ul>no00:36:0914Cathrine Mattice, CEO of Civility Partnersfull<![CDATA[Downtown SD Partnership CEO Betsy Brennan on the future of Downtown]]>Betsy Brennan, the CEO of the Downtown San Diego Partnership, shares her vision for the future of the organization and the city.

]]>a694e8a0-3a8e-40d9-ad70-198713e4d102Fri, 20 Mar 2026 19:03:39 GMT<p>Betsy Brennan, the CEO of the Downtown San Diego Partnership, shares her vision for the future of the organization and the city. </p>no00:28:09Downtown SD Partnership CEO Betsy Brennan on the future of Downtownfull<![CDATA[Intentwise CEO Sreenath Reddy on Personal Growth and Company Performance]]>The growth of a company is directly tied to the personal growth of its leaders. If there is no personal growth, the company's growth is hindered.

Takeaways

  • Personal growth drives company growth

Chapters

  • 00:00 The Link Between Personal and Company Growth
]]>d2f9d64b-a761-4634-9913-cf7e937e4fc6Thu, 26 Feb 2026 03:03:32 GMT<p>The growth of a company is directly tied to the personal growth of its leaders. If there is no personal growth, the company's growth is hindered.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Personal growth drives company growth</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 The Link Between Personal and Company Growth</li></ul>no00:33:1712Intentwise CEO Sreenath Reddy on Personal Growth and Company Performancefull<![CDATA[Vsimple CEO Buddy Bockweg on the future of business and AI]]>Vsimple CEO Buddy Bockweg shares his story of growth, entrepreneurship, and his vision for the future of AI.

]]>12db8f19-3f1d-4e21-995d-97a8dcaad155Thu, 19 Feb 2026 22:46:48 GMT<p>Vsimple CEO Buddy Bockweg shares his story of growth, entrepreneurship, and his vision for the future of AI.</p>no00:33:5811Vsimple CEO Buddy Bockweg on the future of business and AIfull