The Power of Integrity

What if the biggest risks in your family business aren’t financial, they’re relational? 

In this episode of The Power of Integrity, host Ralph Adamo sits down with David Specht, founder of Advising Generations LLC and author of The Family Business Whisperer, for a powerful conversation on legacy, leadership, and integrity in family-owned enterprises.

With decades of experience advising multi-generational families and building progr...

What if the real mark of leadership isn't your bottom line, but the legacy you build in your community? 

In this episode of The Power of Integrity, host Ralph Adamo sits down with Mark Percy, CEO of CEO Leadership Alliance Orange County (CLA-OC), to talk about integrity, legacy, and what it means to align values with leadership at scale.

Mark shares how purposeful CEOs across Orange County are shifting from competition to collabora...

What does it really mean to lead with integrity in finance, in business, and in life?

In this episode of The Power of Integrity, host Ralph Adamo sits down with Sam Hung, President of Capital Gains Financial and Tax Services, for an honest, grounded conversation about building a practice rooted in transparency, clarity, and consistency.

Sam shares his story of resilience from shutting down his family’s ice cream manufacturing busi...

What does it mean to lead a global nonprofit with purpose and unwavering integrity?

In this milestone episode of The Power of Integrity, host Ralph Adamo is joined by Katie Fitzgerald, Global President & CEO of Ronald McDonald House Charities, for an unforgettable conversation on values-based leadership, organizational transparency, and building trust across cultures and communities.

Katie shares how her early decision to forg...

How do you build a successful business that lasts decades without ever compromising your values? In this episode of The Power of Integrity, host Ralph Adamo sits down with Juan Carlos “JC” Rosario, Co-Founder of Apex Wealth Management Group, to explore how unwavering integrity shapes leadership, client loyalty, and long-term business growth.

JC shares his personal journey from starting his practice with almost no clients to leading...

What if your business isn’t just delivering a service, but leading a transformation? In this episode of The Power of Integrity, host Ralph Adamo sits down with Dennis Moseley-Williams, business futurist, keynote speaker, and founder of Serious Shift, for a powerful conversation on the future of leadership, client experience, and the real meaning of integrity.

Dennis shares how the best brands in the world, from Patagonia to local h...

What does it mean to lead a life and a business where trust is non-negotiable? In this episode of The Power of Integrity, host Ralph Adamo welcomes Dennis Backer, Marketing Director for Stroll and Greet Community Magazines in Newport Beach, Corona del Mar, Balboa Island, Lido Island, and BeLocal Coachella Valley. Dennis shares his journey across industries and continents, from building a top-tier video production company to leading...

How do you build a dealership and a career that lasts for decades? In this episode of The Power of Integrity, host Ralph Adamo welcomes Nick Cacucciolo, Vice President and Partner at Mountain View Chevrolet, to share his journey from washing cars at 16 to helping lead one of Southern California’s most respected dealerships.

Nick talks about why creating a true family culture at work has been the secret to Mountain View’s low turnov...

What does integrity look like when it spans two entirely different industries: real estate and winemaking? In this episode of The Power of Integrity, host Ralph Adamo welcomes longtime friend and colleague George Prince, President of Prince Commercial Real Estate Services, Inc. and founder of Prince Vineyards in Napa Valley.

George shares how he built a thriving commercial real estate firm and a boutique winery by following one cor...

What does integrity look like over the course of a 45-year career in commercial banking? In this episode of The Power of Integrity, host Ralph Adamo sits down with longtime friend and client Rich Reid, former Managing Director of Southern California Commercial Banking at First Bank, to explore what it means to lead with principle, build trust over decades, and stay grounded through it all.

Rich shares stories from his rise through ...

Is it possible to succeed in business without pressure, gimmicks, or sales tactics that compromise your integrity? In this episode of The Power of Integrity, host Ralph Adamo welcomes Leonard Atlas, CEO of Mission Profitable, to share how he’s spent over 25 years helping professionals close more deals by being radically honest.

Leonard breaks down how he teaches sales teams, executives, and entrepreneurs to sell with transparency, ...

What happens when you ignore fear, face the cold, and discover that your mind, not your body, is the biggest barrier to success? In this episode of The Power of Integrity, host Ralph Adamo sits down with Ryan Stramrood, global keynote speaker, performance coach, and three-time Guinness World Record-holding extreme swimmer, to explore the connection between mindset, truth, and leadership.

Ryan shares how he went from a self-describe...

Can energy healing be measured and does it really work? In this episode of The Power of Integrity, host Ralph Adamo welcomes Guanghuo “Lighter” Chen, President & CEO of Tomii Wellness Inc., for a fascinating discussion on the intersection of ancient Chinese medicine, modern technology, and principled leadership. With a PhD in remote sensing and an MBA in healthcare, Lighter shares how his personal health crisis led him to devel...

What does it take to help over 135,000 people transform their lives through employment? In this episode of The Power of Integrity, host Ralph Adamo welcomes Bonni Pomush, CEO of Working Wardrobes, for a powerful conversation on how integrity, purpose, and systems built to last can create real impact. Bonni shares how this Orange County nonprofit, now in its 35th year, does far more than provide professional clothing. They craft ind...

What happens when leadership is rooted in truth, transparency, and unapologetic purpose? In this episode of The Power of Integrity, host Ralph Adamo sits down with Scharrell Jackson, international keynote speaker, global executive coach, and former C-Suite leader, to explore how integrity shapes not only our careers, but our lives.

Scharrell shares how she built her path from corporate boardrooms to global stages, while staying fie...

What happens when you build a school that prioritizes grit, integrity, and real-world skills over standardized education? On this episode of The Power of Integrity, host Ralph Adamo sits down with Marlene Dandler, owner of Seashore Academy, to discuss her journey from homeschooling mom to founder of a thriving independent school. Marlene shares how faith, perseverance, and a commitment to truth have shaped Seashore Academy’s unique...

How do you build a company that’s profitable, ethical, and truly helps people? In this episode of The Power of Integrity, host Ralph Adamo sits down with Doug Frederick, Founder & CEO of HealthCues, to talk about the power of integrity in business, leadership, and the healthcare industry.

Doug shares his journey from insurance and trading to launching HealthCues, a company dedicated to bringing preventative healthcare to employ...

What does it take to drive real, measurable change in a community? In this episode of The Power of Integrity, host Ralph Adamo sits down with Sue Parks, President & CEO of Orange County United Way, to discuss how transparency, leadership, and integrity fuel social impact. Sue shares how her journey from corporate leadership to nonprofit executive has shaped her mission to tackle homelessness, improve education, and increase fin...

What does it take to turn an idea into a thriving business? In this episode of The Power of Integrity, host Ralph Adamo sits down with Johnlery Cruz, CEO of Carbon Fiber Cabinets and VP of PCW Millworks, to talk about the lessons he’s learned in business, leadership, and integrity.

Johnlery’s journey, from a mechanical engineering background to launching a cutting-edge cabinetry company, is packed with insights on trust, accounta...