Timeout With Leaders

S4:E8 "Take Yourself With You Wherever You Go" Timeout with Tracey Dreisbach

Tyler White and Kevyn Rustici sit down with Tracey Dreisbach, Executive Director of the Rochester Rotary Club, for an insightful conversation. Tracey's story is a testament to the power of following your passion and embracing authenticity. From her early realization that she was meant to help others to her impactful leadership at the Rochester Rotary since 1997, Tracey's journey is one of purpose and dedication.

Growing up around someone living with a disability taught Tracey the importance of accessibility, belonging, and equity, shaping her perspective on life and leadership. With over 355 members in the Rochester Rotary, Tracey views each of them as a boss, emphasizing the significance of leading with authenticity to earn respect and support.

S4:E7 "Live Your Truth" Timeout with Amanda DeVito

This week on Timeout With Leaders, Amanda DeVito, CMO of Butler/Till, joins hosts Kevyn Rustici and Tyler White. Amanda shared her journey of embracing authenticity and self-love, and how it fuels her energy and joy. Tune in to hear her insights on overcoming societal/ personal expectations while building true connections, resilience, and excitement around the unknown. 

S4:E6 "Don't Let Perfect Get In the Way of Good" Timeout with Stefano Napolitano

Join Tyler White and Kevyn Rustici on Timeout with Leaders as they sit down with Stefano Napolitano, Fire Chief for the City of Rochester, in an episode about advocating for ourselves to "Earn your no" and reducing our own limiting expectation beliefs to not  "let perfect get in the way of good". Stefano shares insights from his immigrant upbringing, daily habits, and his core leadership values of fairness, honesty, and consistency. Discover how Stefano's journey through adversity and gratitude shapes his perspective on leadership and life because tomorrow is never promised.

S4:E5 "Experience is Brutal Sometimes" Timeout with Sam Leone

Join Timeout with Leaders, with Kevyn and Tyler as they delve into an inspiring conversation with Sam Leone, President at Conifer Realty. In this episode, Sam shares insights from his rural upbringing in NJ to his leadership philosophy today. Discover how Sam's emphasis on authenticity, trust, compassion, and listening fosters meaningful connections and drives success in business and LIFE. Learn about the power of grit, self-awareness, and embracing failure as essential components of leadership in today's world. Tune in for valuable lessons from Sam on fostering teamwork, navigating adversity, and striving for continuous improvement.

S4:E4 "Assume Less, Take a Breath and Do More" Timeout with Donna Dedee

Join Kevyn Rusticii and Tyler White on Timeout with Leaders" as they sit down with Donna Dedee, President and CEO of Holy Childhood and Special Touch Bakery in Rochester, NY. Donna shares her journey from journalism to leadership, emphasizing the importance of growth, empathy, and embracing imperfection. Tune in to discover how she evolved from a "Need to Prove Myself" mentality to a servant leader dedicated to empowering others to increase her impact within the community.

S4:E3 "Be You It Is OK" Timeout with Jennifer Cathy

Join Tyler White, Kevyn Rustici, and guest Jennifer Cathy, President and CEO of Delphi Rise, on Timeout with Leaders. They explore life-work integration, emphasizing the journey over the destination as a path to self-discovery. Jen discusses the current mental health crisis and its impact across races, genders, and social classes. No one is immune to this epidemic, but open conversations and vulnerability can help people recognize their need for help. Jen's inspiring stories showcase her commitment to supporting her employees and spreading joy to those in need, encouraging them to take the next step forward.

 

S4: Our 2 Cents "Eager to Fail" Timeout with Leaders

Welcome to "Our 2 Cents," featuring Tyler White and Kevyn Rustici. Where we champion action, self-discovery, and helping others thrive. We believe in just starting, embracing failure, and fostering a culture of humility and growth. By sparking enthusiasm and curiosity, we inspire positive change and shared success. Let's stop waiting and start doing because true fulfillment comes from both personal growth and making a difference in the lives of others.

S4 Special Episode: "Do Your Laundry First" Timeout with Randy Thomas

Join hosts Tyler White and Kevyn Rustici as they sit down with Randy Thomas to explore the keys to success in talent acquisition and training today. Randy shares valuable insights from his upcoming book, "Intakes to Start Dates," emphasizing simplicity, connection, and meeting individuals where they are in their learning journey. Randy's PB&J leadership podcast is sure to be a hit, as he looks to raise his community up and highlight Jacksonville's great leaders. 

S4:E1 "Find Yourself By Helping Others" Timeout with Dr. Celia Mcintosh

Timeout with Leaders sits down with Dr. Celia Mcintosh, Nurse Practitioner, and social justice advocate, to help us all "find our voice." It delves into personal growth, trauma's impact on our lives, and leadership's role in helping others to find their voice. Dr. Mcintosh urges courage, empathy, and authenticity in driving positive change, emphasizing the power of speaking out against injustice. She highlights the importance of self-awareness in effective leadership and human-centric approaches, urging listeners to embrace discomfort and lead with empathy. Through her insights, she inspires individuals to find their passion, advocate for social justice, and create a more equitable world.

S3:E22 ”Catch the Good” Timeout with Junior Dillion

Tyler White and Kevyn Rustici sit down with the inspiring Junior Dillion, CEO of Volunteers of America Upstate NY. Leadership gut check, "Would you follow you" and if not "Who would you follow?"

This introspective analysis is a daily practice of Junior's helping him to improve every day in the work and role he is doing. Junior shares his secrets to leadership seeing his role more as the Chief Motivational Officer. Stating that it requires us to inspire, reflect, and lead with our heart. 

From listening tours to embracing failure, Junior advocates for selfless leadership, inspiring meaningful team connections, and continuous improvement. Tune in for insights on becoming a leader worth following.