Professor Kathryn Harrigan, a distinguished Columbia University professor and Harvard doctoral graduate, shares deep insights into corporate strategy, focusing on how companies can maximize value in declining markets and the mechanics of successful diversification. She explores the evolution of the media and agribusiness industries, highlighting the strategic shifts of companies like Netflix and the foreign acquisition of Smithfield Foods. Her core philosophy encourages executive leaders to act as critical "corporate parents," suggesting that true success often requires "breaking plates" through strategic divestment and overcoming implementation barriers to ensure each business unit is in the best hands for growth.For a summary and to connect with the guest, please visit https://www.linkedin.com/company/business-decoded-podcastProduced by www.andycostafilms.com

Emma Hinchliffe, editorial lead for Fortune's Most Powerful Women franchise, discusses the evolution and impact of female leadership in the global business landscape. While the number of female Fortune 500 CEOs has grown from two in 1998 to over 50 today, women still represent only 10% of top leadership roles, suggesting progress has hit a plateau. Hinchliffe emphasizes the importance of individual proactivity, the role of flexible work in maintaining the talent pipeline, and the shift toward authenticity in social media and brand building for the next generation of leadersFor a summary and to connect with the guest, please visit https://www.linkedin.com/company/business-decoded-podcastProduced by www.andycostafilms.com

In this episode of the Business Decoded podcast, host Ronnie Spellman sits down with Tina Loyd, the owner and CEO of Terry Costa in Dallas, Texas. Loyd recounts her journey from growing up on a small Missouri farm to managing one of the country's most prominent formalwear institutions. The conversation explores the unique dynamics of the bridal industry, the store's massive footprint, and the leadership principles that have fueled her success for over two decades.For a summary and to connect with the guest, please visit https://www.linkedin.com/company/business-decoded-podcastProduced by www.andycostafilms.com

In this episode of the Business Decoded podcast, host Ronnie Spellman interviews Tina Loyd, the owner and CEO of Terry Costa in Dallas, Texas. Loyd shares her journey from growing up on a small Missouri farm to leading one of the nation's most successful formalwear institutions. They discuss the unique "mom and pop" nature of the bridal industry, the store's massive expansion, and the emotional resonance of helping clients find dresses for life’s most significant moments.For a summary and to connect with the guest, please visit https://www.linkedin.com/company/business-decoded-podcastProduced by www.andycostafilms.com

Grant Moise, CEO of Dallas News Corporation, discusses the evolving media landscape and the vibrant economic growth of North Texas, highlighted by the upcoming 2026 World Cup and a strategic merger with Hearst. He emphasizes the importance of civic engagement, such as revitalizing the urban core of downtown Dallas, and shares a personal leadership philosophy centered on work ethic, mentorship, and team-oriented success. The conversation serves as a guide for business leaders to leverage community growth while maintaining a focus on people and proactive collaboration.For a summary and to connect with the guest, please visit https://www.linkedin.com/company/business-decoded-podcastProduced by www.andycostafilms.com

In this episode of Business Decoded, host Ronnie Spellman interviews Philip Sarnecki, a multifaceted entrepreneur from Kansas. Sarnecki shares his journey from starting an insurance business at age 19 while in college to building a diverse business empire. He also discusses his significant career shift: selling his primary financial firms to run for Governor of Kansas, driven by a desire to apply his CEO-level business acumen to improve the state's economy.For a summary and to connect with the guest, please visit https://www.linkedin.com/company/business-decoded-podcastProduced by www.andycostafilms.com

Taylor Price, a prominent Gen Z financial activist and founder of Priceless Tay with one million followers in TikTok, joins host Ronnie Spellman to discuss her mission of eradicating global financial illiteracy. Drawing from personal health challenges and a background in a small family business, Price explains how she transitioned from pre-med to corporate finance to help her generation build wealth through simple, consistent investing strategies. She emphasizes the "Money Tree" mindset, the power of visual social media marketing for reaching younger demographics, and the importance of proactive financial planning to achieve independenceFor a summary and to connect with the guest, please visit https://www.linkedin.com/company/business-decoded-podcastProduced by www.andycostafilms.com

This interview features Jay Rodgers, founder of Business Owners Ed, discussing his organization's mission to help serious, committed entrepreneurs grow their companies. Rodgers emphasizes the critical role of small businesses in economic growth and details the structure of his program, which targets business owners with a minimum of $1 million in annual revenue and are serious about growth. He shares insights and anecdotes from his co-founders and impressive network of mentors—who are required to have scaled a company to "mega millions" and donate $5,000 to the non-profit—to illustrate how focused mentorship, accountability, and strategic thinking can lead to massive business growth, even for those starting with no cash.For a summary and to connect with the guest, please visit https://www.linkedin.com/company/business-decoded-podcastProduced by www.andycostafilms.com