APi Group created a podcast to make our purpose of building great leaders more accessible and to inspire listeners to lead within their roles. We will be highlighting leadership stories from people throughout our family of companies and providing learning opportunities and tips listeners can easily apply.
Episode 55 - The Power of Vulnerable Leadership
Featuring: Ellen Meyer
Ellen Meyer, APi Group's Deputy General Counsel, discusses a overcoming a life-altering struggle with insomnia. She dives into the importance of being vulnerable and how that, in turn, creates a safe space for others to do the same. Meyer shares how she has tried to create a positive culture between APi Group's companies and the legal team on board and offers insights into her own professional journey through Law School and beyond.
2022-05-17
Episode 47 - Following What Excites you!
Featuring: Stephanie Flencher
Stephanie Flencher, a Project Leader at American Fire Protection Group, shares her enthusiasm, her story of navigating her career pivots, and what she is learning about her new field. She walks us through her journey as a student and professional, emphasizing the importance of advocating for oneself and seeking new opportunities in all aspects of life.
2022-01-18
Episode 48 - Leading with Gratitude
Featuring: Mike Leidholm
Mike Leidholm, newly appointed Vice President of Risk at APi Group, dives into his leadership journey from being a safety professional at an operating company to leading APi's National Service Group (NSG). He discusses mentorship, leadership, and the community that he is so thankful to be a part of. He shares the secret ingredient that led to the growth of APi's National Service Group over the past year.
2022-02-01
Episode 49 - Being a good human
Featuring: Heather Salfer
Heather Salfer, a Project Manager at Jamar Company, dives into her professional journey. She shares insights into her passion for community service and the impact it has had on the business and why she decided to take on a leadership role within her community.
2022-02-15
Episode 50 - Pressure-tested Leadership
Featuring: Mike Farren
Have you ever started a career with no knowledge but with a positive attitude and a desire to learn? Mike Farren, the President and CEO of Vipond Inc., describes his start as an apprentice in the life safety industry. Farren shares examples of when the business has successfully "fired bullets" and leveraged wins. Plus, he and Laura talk about the Gettysburg Leadership Training and dive into the importance of working as a team to achieve our greatest goals.
2022-03-01
Episode 51 - The Unwavering power of reflection
Featuring: Mike Shands
Mike Shands, vice president of learning and development at APi Group, shares his powerful anecdotes about the importance of self-reflection. He offers insights on the importance of mentorship and how other individuals have helped him shape a career he now loves. Finally, Shands reflects on embarking on a new journey moving to Europe as APi Group expands.
2022-03-15
Episode 52 - The art of prioritizing yourself
Featuring: Mindy McKean
Mindy McKean, the Corporate Safety and Risk Leader at International Fire Protection, discusses her journey to finding a job and lifestyle that feeds her soul. She offers insight into the importance of mental health and shares her personal habits she uses to take care of herself, on and off the job. McKean shares anecdotes and offers advice to listeners about not limiting oneself and ensuring that your "cup is full" so that you can better assist those around you.
2022-04-05
Episode 53 - Leading through Change
Featuring: Mike Gengler
Mike Gengler, the President of American Fire Protection Group, discusses his professional journey and his experience with key individuals that have shaped him, both personally and career wise. Gengler offers insights into change management and the use of guiding coalitions to implement new ideas into AFPG. Finally, Gengler shares his opinions on learning from failure and encourages listeners to take calculated risks, even if failure is a possibility.
2022-04-20
Episode 54 - The Power of Lifelong Learning
Featuring: Rajesh Bhat
Rajesh Bhat, Chief Technology Officer at APi Group, discusses the importance of continuously possessing a student mindset. He dives into how he has learned from his international experiences, how he believes APi Group can best utilize technology, and shares his own take on leadership journeys. Rajesh pushes listeners to think of ways technology can help businesses and unite all of APi's companies, both new and old.
2022-05-03