Best PNC Bank Podcasts (2025)

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Everett Sands: Transforming Finance With Fintech 27:41

10h ago27:41

27:41

On this episode of PNC C-Speak, hosts Josh Schimmels, Publisher and CEO of the Los Angeles Business Journal, and Todd Wilson, PNC Bank Regional President for Greater Los Angeles, welcome Everett Sands, Founder and CEO of Lendistry, a fintech powerhouse making waves in small business finance. Everett shares powerful lessons from his family’s entrepr…

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Ep. 24: How to Support Providers in Community-Wide or Non-Traditional Solutions 41:33

6d ago41:33

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In December 2024, EPIC partnered with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation for the National Child Care Innovation Summit. This invite-only event, presented by the David and Laura Merage Foundation, brought together business leaders in Washington, D.C. for an intimate, engaging environment of workshops, panels, and networking—designed to turn ins…

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How businesses can support and retain working caregivers, according to Brooke Thomson of Associated Industries of Massachusetts and Sadie Funk of The Best Place for Working Parents 43:48

15d ago43:48

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Subscribe to C-Speak so you never miss an episode. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. Nearly 75% of employees in the U.S. have caregiving responsibilities outside of work, and more than two-thirds of children age 6 and under have two parents who work, which underscores the importance of supporting parents in the la…

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Boston nonprofit leaders Sandra McCroom and Ben Hires on early childhood education and why it’s critical to a strong community 39:02

19d ago39:02

39:02

Early childhood educators are making a big impact on the Boston community. Their work affects not only the local economy, but even more importantly, the course of a child’s future. “If we invest and pour into our children — not as the proverbial babysitters, but as educators at the earliest of ages — that will absolutely change the trajectory of a …

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9: What’s next for performance marketing? Insights from Ed Kennedy, group product marketing manager at Adobe 32:57

20d ago32:57

32:57

What if you could know how new creative would perform before you invest in it? This is the exact functionality Adobe's latest creative intelligence tools are working towards. In today's episode, Alan chats with Ed Kennedy, group product marketing manager at Adobe, to explore their new Generative AI (GenAI) tools. These tools provide a gateway for m…

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John Lee, CEO of MKS Instruments Inc., on the impact of innovation and inclusion on the tech company’s culture 22:20

28d ago22:20

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“If you don’t innovate,” says John Lee, “you can't invent the products people use.” In this episode of the PNC C-Speak podcast, Lee, president and CEO of MKS Instruments Inc., shares the origin story and trajectory of the nearly 60-year-old tech enterprise. Based in Massachusetts, the company supports the advanced electronics industry. Innovation i…

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Allyson Felix: Running from the Olympics to the Boardroom 27:04

28d ago27:04

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In this episode of PNC C-Speak, we sit down with Allyson Felix, the most decorated U.S. Track and Field Olympian, who has seamlessly transitioned from the world of elite athletics to becoming a trailblazing entrepreneur. Hosts Josh Schimmels, Publisher of the Los Angeles Business Journal, and Todd Wilson, Regional President of PNC Bank, delve into …

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8: Agentic AI and the attention economy: Insights from Ryan Fleisch, head of product marketing for Adobe Real-Time CDP, and audience manager at Adobe 32:17

1M ago32:17

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Ryan Fleisch is the head of product marketing for Adobe Real-Time Customer Data Platform (CDP), and audience manager at Adobe. He is also a recent first-time girl dad and Alan's go-to technology whisperer. Ryan has experience on both the agency and brand sides of digital marketing and has been with Adobe since 2014. His current role, coupled with h…

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Sara Fraim, CEO of MTLC, on leading an organization that supports one of the country’s top technology ecosystems (podcast) 28:16

1M ago28:16

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Sara Fraim got her start with the Massachusetts Technology Leadership Council in 2011 in a role that focused on education and signature programing for members. Eleven years later, she was promoted to CEO of the association that plays a critical role in helping to grow an inclusive technology ecosystem in the state. MTLC has 300 member companies, re…

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7: How GIFs deliver branding magic: Insights from Kevin Hein, CGO at GIPHY 46:06

2M ago46:06

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Kevin Hein is the chief growth officer (CGO) at GIPHY. He began his print publishing career with Ziff Davis when print and tech were merging. Here, he learned the fundamentals of strategic selling while working on the PC magazine account. Kevin joined GIPHY in August 2024 and has since been instrumental in transforming GIPHY into a unique platform …

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Stephen Cheung: Building LA's Global Competitiveness 29:30

2M ago29:30

29:30

In this engaging episode of PNC C-Speak, we're diving deep into the vibrant economic landscape of Los Angeles with Stephen Cheung, President of the World Trade Center Los Angeles and the Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation. Hosts Josh Schimmels, Publisher and CEO of the Los Angeles Business Journal, and Todd Wilson, PNC Bank Regiona…

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Christina Gordon, CEO of the Women’s Foundation of Boston, on her “economic empowering” mission for women and girls 39:56

2M ago39:56

39:56

Christina Gordon’s pivotal “aha moment” surfaced during a college class on at-risk children. “We discovered research had shown that the strongest variable for success for a high-risk child was maternal education,” Gordon recalls. If women were educated, their “children would have better lives.” In this episode of the PNC C-Speak podcast, Gordon, CE…

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6: Powering commerce from text to checkout: Insights from Mike Manheimer, CCO at Postscript 44:24

2M ago44:24

44:24

Mike Manheimer is the chief customer officer (CCO) at Postscript—and a soon-to-be first-time father. Postscript is a short message system (SMS) marketing platform powered by AI, designed to help e-commerce brands within the Shopify ecosystem build personalized connections with their customers to drive revenue. Mike entered the SaaS world straight o…

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Marty Meehan, president of the University of Massachusetts, on the five-campus system’s far-reaching impact 27:26

2M ago27:26

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A former member of the U.S. House of Representatives and assistant district attorney, Marty Meehan defines his background and path to higher education as “nontraditional.” Today, Meehan is nearly a decade into his presidency of the University of Massachusetts, following eight years as chancellor of UMass Lowell, his alma mater. “From my vantage poi…

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Ep. 23: From the National Child Care Innovation Summit: Paying Dividends: Employer Investments & Community Impacts 35:04

2M ago35:04

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In December 2024, EPIC partnered with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation for the National Child Care Innovation Summit. This invite-only event, presented by the David and Laura Merage Foundation, brought together business leaders in Washington, D.C. for an intimate, engaging environment of workshops, panels, and networking—designed to turn ins…

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Willow Bay: The Business of Women's Sports in Los Angeles and Beyond 28:27

2M ago28:27

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On this episode of PNC C-Speak, hosts Josh Schimmels, Publisher and CEO of the Los Angeles Business Journal, and Todd Wilson, PNC Bank Regional President for Greater Los Angeles, sit down with Willow Bay, controlling owner of Angel City FC and Dean of the USC Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism. Willow shares her insights into the exp…

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5: Using ‘fan truths’ to drive a fast-food renaissance: Insights from Tariq Hassan, chief marketing and CX officer at McDonald’s USA 38:37

3M ago38:37

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Tariq Hassan is a proud girl dad, a transformational leader, and the chief marketing and customer experience (CX) officer at McDonald’s USA. Before joining McDonald’s, Tariq spent over 20 years in global marketing, communications, innovation, and consumer insights. Before moving into his first chief marketing officer role at Petco, he held marketin…

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4: Unleashing growth with the ‘yes, and’ strategy with Jenn Garbach, CMO at PNC Bank 33:33

3M ago33:33

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Jenn Garbach is the chief marketing officer at PNC Bank, where she leads a team of approximately 200 marketing professionals. Her team focuses on brand and line-of-business marketing, paid and social media, direct marketing, and digital marketing strategies. She also helps oversee the bank's relationship with Arnold Worldwide, PNC’s integrated mark…

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Alex Israel: Metropolis CEO's Vision for Seamless Payments 30:05

3M ago30:05

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On this episode of PNC C-Speak, hosts Josh Schimmels, Publisher and CEO of the Los Angeles Business Journal, and Todd Wilson, PNC Bank Regional President for Greater Los Angeles, discuss the inspirational vision of Alex Israel, co-founder and CEO of Metropolis Technologies. Alex shares how his team has ingeniously leveraged AI and computer vision t…

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3: Transforming marketing with 3D spatial data: Insights from Tom Klein, CMO at Matterport 38:21

3M ago38:21

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Tom Klein is the Chief Marketing Officer at Matterport. He brings more than 20 years of experience spearheading marketing efforts for some of the world’s leading brands and has a passion for operating at the intersection of marketing and technology. Before Matterport, Tom served as the Global Chief Marketing Officer of Mailchimp, where he led the c…

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Raul Porto: Key Ingredients for a Thriving Multigenerational Family Business 31:23

4M ago31:23

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On this episode of PNC C-Speak, hosts Josh Schimmels, Publisher and CEO of the Los Angeles Business Journal, and Todd Wilson, PNC Bank Regional President for Greater Los Angeles, sit down with Raul Porto Jr., President of Porto's Bakery and Cafe, to dive deep into the history, legacy, and continued success of one of Los Angeles' most iconic family-…

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2: Driving paint trends with Behr's Color of the Year: Insights from Andy Lopez, SVP and Head of Global Marketing at Behr Paint Company 27:13

4M ago27:13

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Andy Lopez is the Senior Vice President and Head of North America Marketing at Behr and proud father to three children under the age of eight. At Behr, Andy leads the Brand Marketing department overseeing global B2C and B2B brand strategy, creative, media, PR, design, digital, innovation, consumer experience, and research. As the youngest Global He…

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James Rooney, CEO of the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce, on navigating today’s business and political landscape 29:39

4M ago29:39

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As CEO and president of the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce, James Rooney has witnessed significant shifts in Boston’s business community, and the chamber, over the past decade. Biotech is now a leading industry. AI is becoming the default technology application for many organizations. And the chamber’s board and staff are more diverse. The Cham…

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Ep. 22: From the National Child Care Innovation Summit: How Providers & Employers Can Build Successful Relationships 33:02

4M ago33:02

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In December 2024, EPIC partnered with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation for the National Child Care Innovation Summit. This invite-only event, presented by the David and Laura Merage Foundation, brought together business leaders in Washington, D.C. for an intimate, engaging environment of workshops, panels, and networking—designed to turn ins…

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1: Marketing meets public policy at Neara: Insights from Mary Cleary, VP of Marketing, Communications & Public Policy 34:55

4M ago34:55

34:55

Mary Cleary is the VP of Marketing, Communications, and Public Policy at Neara. Under her leadership, Neara has grown from its Australian roots to establish significant presences in Europe and the U.S. Mary's unique approach to marketing in risk mitigation reflects her deep sensitivity and empathy, honed through her diverse career journey. Beginnin…

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Introducing Marketing Beyond with Alan Hart 3:14

4M ago3:14

3:14

We have a new look and name, Marketing Beyond with Alan Hart, brought to you by Deloitte Digital. Our previous series, Marketing Today, has evolved into something even bigger and better. We've expanded our team and boosted our global support to bring you the great content you love, plus so much more. Marketing Beyond will take you on a deeper journ…

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Johnese Spisso: Creating Cutting Edge Healthcare in Southern California 35:13

5M ago35:13

35:13

On this episode of PNC C-Speak, hosts Josh Schimmels, Publisher and CEO of the Los Angeles Business Journal, and Todd Wilson, PNC Bank Regional President for Greater Los Angeles, welcome Johnese Spisso, President of UCLA Health and CEO of the UCLA Healthcare System. In this episode, Johnese shares her journey from critical care nursing to executive…

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Sarah Harden: Driving Media Evolution at Hello Sunshine 28:26

6M ago28:26

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On this episode of PNC C-Speak, we meet Sarah Harden, an accomplished media executive and the CEO of Hello Sunshine and Candle Media. Sarah discusses Hello Sunshine’s mission to tell women-centric stories across multiple media platforms and how this focus has filled a need, both domestically and internationally. Hear about Hello Sunshine’s strategi…

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Candace Nelson: Investments in Food Innovations 28:47

7M ago28:47

28:47

In this episode of PNC C-Speak, co-hosts Todd Wilson, Regional President of PNC Bank and Josh Schimmels, Publisher and CEO of the Los Angeles Business Journal talk with Candace Nelson, the trailblazing entrepreneur behind Sprinkles Cupcakes, Pizzana, and the CN2 Ventures investment firm. From the world's first cupcake ATM to revolutionizing Neapoli…

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Eneida Roman, Amplify LatinX president and CEO, on closing the opportunity, elevating Latino leaders in Massachusetts 25:12

7M ago25:12

25:12

Eneida Roman aims to help close the opportunity gap in Massachusetts. “We're talking about investing in the Latino community,” said Roman. “This is an investment because economic prosperity of the Latino community is American prosperity." Roman is the president and CEO of Amplify LatinX, a nonprofit focused on helping Latinos in Massachusetts and b…

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Ep. 21: The Partnership of Clayton Early Learning and PNC Bank featuring William Browning and Ryan Beiser 24:54

7M ago24:54

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William Browning is President & CEO of Clayton Early Learning. He passionately leads Clayton’s work to build opportunities for children and families to live to their endless potential. With more than 30 years of distinguished leadership experience in strategic social impact development, program development, fundraising, change management, and busin…

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Katie Koch: Transformative Leadership at TCW Group 28:30

7M ago28:30

28:30

In the debut episode of PNC C-Speak, TCW Group CEO Katie Koch shares invaluable insights into leadership, the importance of authenticity and risk-taking, and how she's navigating the legacy and future of TCW, a global asset management firm. Join us as we explore Katie's strategies for fostering innovative and forward-thinking business approaches, t…

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George Sargent, CEO at Arnold, on understanding business opportunities, corporate culture and audiences 29:02

8M ago29:02

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At creative agency Arnold, says CEO George Sargent, designing marketing campaigns – whether with large brands or growth companies – comes down to listening and becoming immersed in the client’s culture. That’s how Arnold’s campaigns for PNC Bank, Progressive and others have brought companies’ brands to life. In this episode of the PNC C-Speak podca…

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Lisa Wieland, National Grid’s New England president, on the evolving energy sector, Boston’s talent pipeline 23:34

8M ago23:34

23:34

For Lisa Wieland, president of National Grid’s New England business, today is the best time to work in the evolving energy sector. “To be at the heart of the energy transition is a pretty exciting place to be,” she said. The company’s goal, “is to build out the future grid while also balancing the need to ensure that we continue to support and enab…

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Ep. 20: A Live Fireside Chat with Aparna Mathur 23:18

8M ago23:18

23:18

On September 10th, EPIC brought together Colorado business leaders to celebrate our 15th Annual Business Leaders Dinner in Glendale, CO. This year's event was a terrific success as we welcomed more than 275 business leaders, members and partners. On this episode of The Drop-Off, we welcome you to listen in on Nicole Riehl's Fireside Chat with Aparn…

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Dr. Anne Klibanski, CEO of Mass General Brigham, on the complexities of delivering patient-focused care 29:33

10M ago29:33

29:33

Creating an inclusive, equitable workplace and “workforce of the future,” says Dr. Anne Klibanski, is imperative for any organization with a goal of delivering patient-focused health care. “I think one of the most important lessons for all hospitals is to think about the local community,” says Klibanski, president and CEO of Mass General Brigham – …

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Brooke Thomson, president of AIM, on creating access to opportunities for her advocacy organization’s members 30:43

10M ago30:43

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For Brooke Thomson, president of the Associated Industries of Massachusetts, the statewide business advocacy organization’s mission is clear. “We are here to help businesses succeed. We know that when our businesses are strong, when our economy is strong, we can hire more people, we can pay great wages, people can have a good quality of life and do…

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Andrew Bialecki, CEO of global tech firm Klaviyo: Embrace “the willingness to be wrong” 26:04

11M ago26:04

26:04

What drives innovation? Andrew Bialecki, CEO and president of Klaviyo, says it’s people willing to take chances and “embrace the willingness to be wrong.” “If you surround yourself with a lot of other ambitious, thoughtful people, you're just naturally going to want to try things,” says Bialecki, one of the company’s co-founders. “At Klaviyo, we're…

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Dr. Makeeba McCreary, president of the New Commonwealth Racial Equity and Social Justice Fund, on empowering nonprofit leaders of color 23:32

11M ago23:32

23:32

The Commonwealth Racial Equity and Social Justice Fund’s goal, says Dr. Makeeba McCreary, is to raise $100 million to support nonprofit leaders of color. In this episode of the PNC C-Speak podcast, McCreary, president of the fund, delves into how the organization is disrupting the philanthropy sector. McCreary, born and raised in Boston’s South End…

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Vikki Spruill, president and CEO of the New England Aquarium, on ocean conservation, climate change and workplace ecosystems 27:18

12M ago27:18

27:18

The New England Aquarium, says president and CEO Vikki Spruill, is far more than a tourist attraction. In this episode of the PNC C-Speak podcast, Spruill details the scope and significance of the 54-year-old institution’s contributions – research, education and advocacy, among others – to Boston and far beyond the city limits. As the leader of a m…

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