The Path Less Traveled Podcast

Sean McCrindle | President & CEO, Bashor Children's Home | S1:E25

Sean is the President and CEO of Bashor Children's Home
Bashor Children’s Home is a  non profit child welfare agency affiliated with the United Methodist Church. They provide help for troubled children and their families through residential care, day treatment/ alternative education, and foster care.
Sean's been the President and CEO since 2021.
Check out Bashor- https://bashor.org/HOME.aspx

Stephanie Murphy | Executive Director, St. Joseph County Public Library | S1:E24

Stephanie is the Executive Director of the St. Joseph County Public Library
The St. Joseph County Public Library (SJCPL), located throughout St. Joseph County, Indiana, offers extensive resources including books, digital media, and community programs designed to enhance literacy and digital skills. Committed to fostering a sense of connection and inclusion, SJCPL serves a diverse demographic by providing engaging spaces and services that address the evolving needs of the local community.
Stephanie's been the Executive Director since 2022.
 
Check out the SJCPL- https://sjcpl.org/
 
Episode Markers:
00:00 - Intro 
02:47 - The Library's Mission
03:28 - Stephanie's Experience 
05:53 - Library's Next Chapter
08:02 - Stephanie's Path Less Traveled
09:02 - Why Culture Matters
10:04 - Difficult Conversations
13:00 - Advice to a Younger You
14:02 - Favorite Failure
16:58 - Saying Yes & No
18:55 - New Experiences
20:00 - Favorite Books
22:00 - Most Proud Of
23:50 - Leadership Style
25:10 - Billboard Message
26:16 - Kindest Thing

Jason Lippert | President & CEO, LCI Industries | S1:E23

Jason is the President & CEO of Lippert
From over 140 manufacturing and distribution facilities located throughout North America, Africa and Europe, Lippert supplies a broad array of highly engineered components for the leading manufacturers of recreational vehicles, automobiles, watercraft and prefab homes. They also operate in adjacent markets, including hospitality, transportation, construction and agriculture.
With over 12,500 team members and a diverse portfolio of best-in-class brands, Lippert adopts a team-based business philosophy and has proven that, by putting people first, the possibilities for growth and development are truly endless.
Jason's been the President & CEO since 2003.
 
Check out Lippert - https://www.lippert.com/
 
Episode Markers:
00:00 - Intro 
02:08 - About Lippert
03:42 - Values
05:39 - Helping People Find Their Why
08:53 - Jason's Path Less Traveled Journey
10:58 - Jason's Core Values / Guiding Principles
13:20 - People That Believed in Jason 
14:50 - Most Proud Of
18:10 - Challenging Parts of Leadership 
20:44 - Advice to a Younger You
22:45 - Favorite Risks
25:08 - How Do You Recharge
26:30 - Habits
28:20 - Most Worthwhile Investments
30:50 - Kindest Thing
31:59 - Final Thoughts

Hayley Boling | CEO, Boling Vision Center | S1:E22

Hayley is the CEO of Boling Vision Center
Boling Vision Center, serving Michiana since 1960, is celebrated for its exceptional vision care and community involvement, earning accolades such as "Best of Elkhart County" and the Elkhart Chamber of Commerce's Business of the Year. The center partners with Notre Dame Athletics, supports local charities, and has pioneered initiatives like the first eye care mobile unit in the U.S. for children.
Hayley's been the CEO since 2009.
 
Check out Boling Vision Center - https://www.bolingvisioncenter.com/
 
Episode Markers:
00:00 - Intro & Being a CEO at 23 Years Old
03:30 - Hayley's Grit
06:40 - About Boling Vision Center
10:04 - Hayley's Local, State, National & International Involvement
11:08 - How Do You Decide What to Say Yes/No To
12:55 - How Do You Remain Present in the Moment
15:27 - Hayley's Path Less Traveled Journey
17:18 - How Do You Recharge
19:30 - Continuous Learning
23:15 - Current Focus for Growth
25:46 - Most Proud Of
28:27 - Kindest Thing
30:08 - Final Thoughts

Laurie Nafziger | President & CEO, Oaklawn | S1:E21

Laurie is the President and CEO of Oaklawn
Oaklawn is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing comprehensive mental health and addiction treatment services to individuals and families in Northern Indiana. Founded in 1965, Oaklawn offers a range of services including outpatient therapy, residential treatment, and community support, guided by values of compassion, respect, and a commitment to improving mental health and well-being.
Laurie's been the President and CEO since 2006.
 
Check out Oaklawn - https://oaklawn.org/
Episode Markers:
00:00 - Intro
03:10 - About Oaklawn
07:15 - What's Next
08:00 - Laurie's Leadership Journey
09:22 - Mentors Along the Way
09:45 - Who Believed In You
12:47 - Proud Moments
14:55 - How Do You Stay Sharp
15:55 - Favorite Books
17:09 - Habits
19:50 - Most Challenging Part of Leadership
21:43 - Favorite Risk
23:07 - How Do You Recharge
23:57 - Deciding What to Say Yes/No to
28:00 - Most Worthwhile Investments
30:18 - Path Less Traveled
32:15 - Final Thoughts

Debie Coble | President & CEO, Goodwill Industries of Michiana | S1:E20

Debie is the President and CEO of Goodwill Industries of Michiana
 
Goodwill Industries of Michiana, established in 1965, provides tailored job training and employment services to individuals with disabilities and other barriers in northern Indiana and southwestern Michigan. Their distinctive model leverages revenue from retail stores and donation centers to fund these services, directly contributing to local community development and individual empowerment.
 
Debie's been the President and CEO since 2013.
 
Check out Goodwill Industries of Michiana - https://www.goodwill-ni.org/
Episode Markers:
00:00 - Intro
02:05 - About Goodwill
05:17 - What Do You Love About Your Job
05:37 - Debie's Leadership Journey
06:24 - Debie's Leadership Style
07:00 - People that Believed in Debie
08:12 - How Do You Have Hard Conversations
09:45 - Favorite Failure
11:26 - Advice to a Younger You
12:44 - Culture
13:40 - What's Next
15:00 - Continuous Learning
16:18 - Mentors
17:30 - Favorite Books
18:55 - Recharging
21:35 - Saying Yes and No
23:00 - Most Proud Of
24:17 - Purchase of $100 of Less
25:00 - Most Worthwhile Investments
25:32 - Billboard Message
26:00 - Kindest Thing Someone's Done
26:22 - Final Thoughts

Tim Leman | CEO, Gibson | S1:E19

Tim is the CEO of Gibson
Gibson is a growing, employee-owned Top 100 US Insurance Broker, with offices in AZ, IL, IN, MI & UT. They help business owners, leaders, and individuals find their edge. They're passionate about their clients and focused on delivering a world-class employee experience.
 
Tim's been the CEO since 2011.
Check out Gibson: https://www.thegibsonedge.com/
Episode Markers:
00:00 - Intro 
03:20 - Why is Tim Obessed w/ Culture 
05:00 - About Gibson
07:37 - What's Unique & Next for Gibson
10:00 - Someone That's Impacted You
12:58 - Tim's Habits
15:06 - Books
20:22 - Reflecting on Tim's Health Scare
22:32 - What Are You Most Proud Of
25:30 - Advice to a Younger You
29:50- Billboard Message
30:23 - Worthwhile Investments
32:45 - Final Thoughts

Karla Fales | President & CEO, REAL Services | S1:E18

Karla is the President and CEO of REAL Services
REAL Services is a nonprofit organization founded in 1966 and based in South Bend, Indiana. They primarily serve elderly and disabled individuals, aiming to empower them to live independently and with dignity. The organization offers a variety of services including home-delivered meals, transportation assistance, in-home care, caregiver support, and advocacy. REAL Services operates across multiple counties in Northern Indiana, partnering with communities to address the unique needs of their clients and enhance their quality of life through compassionate and personalized care.
Karla's been the President and CEO since 2022.
Check out REAL Services: https://realservices.org/
Episode Markers:
00:00 - Intro & Karla's Love for the Community
02:42 - About REAL Services
04:58 - What's Next
06:30 - REAL Services' Culture
10:38 - How Do You Resonate with 'The Path Less Traveled'
13:05 - Mentors
17:20 - Advice to a Younger You
21:23 - Hardest Part of Leading
23:05 - Continuous Learning
25:05 - Most Proud Of
27:02 - Billboard Message
29:45 - Kindest Thing
31:38 - Final Thoughts