ABOVE CENTER® Leadership Podcast

Speaking with Impact in High-Stakes Rooms with Brenda Becker

Guest: Brenda Becker, SVP, Global Government Affairs, Boston Scientific

In this commanding Above Center® conversation, Brenda Becker shares what it takes to show up fully and lead confidently—especially when the stakes are high and the spotlight is on. With decades of experience navigating public policy, corporate leadership, and cross-sector influence, Brenda brin...

Leading with Heart, Emotional Honesty, and the Power of Alignment with Karen Gaskill Van Bibber, Chief People Officer, All Elite Wrestling In this Above Center® episode, Karen Gaskill Van Bibber shares her evolution as a people-first leader who brings structure, empathy, and vision into one of the most unique corporate cultures: professional wrestling. Now serving as the Chief People Officer at All Elite Wrestling, Karen uses her b...

Leadership Through Care, the Power of Pause, and Leading Above Center® with Stephanie Whiting, Marketing Executive

In this energizing Above Center® conversation, Stephanie Whiting reminds us that leadership is not about being in charge—it’s about taking care of those in your charge. With decades of marketing experience and an authentic, team-centered leadership style, Stephanie shares how she navigates a fast-paced environment with...

Leading with Perspective, Embracing Discomfort, and Transforming Leadership with guest Jason Fayling, Co-Founder & CTO, SKAI VisionIn this insightful Above Center® conversation, Jason Fayling shares how embracing discomfort has shaped his career, leadership style, and entrepreneurial journey. A technologist with over 30 years of experience and a background in martial arts, Jason lives by the mantra: “To be comfortable, you have...

Revive, Restore, and Ignite: Customized Solutions for a Thriving Work Culture with Strengths Strategist Petra Krebbs

Join us for this REVEL COACH+ Conversation with Petra Krebbs.

Some organizations need extra energy at an event and even throughout the year. Petra Krebbs, as a speaker and consultant, delivers positive, customized content from start to finish.

Work culture is more important than ever. It is important to identi...

Finding the right path starts with asking the right questions. Jennifer Zach’s approach centers on crafting thought-provoking questions that spark transformative impact. The answers you seek aren’t just in your mind—they’re in your body, too. By bridging the gap between mind and body, Jennifer empowers you to make clear-minded, intentional decisions. Whether leading in life, career, or business, Jennifer’s 3N Model—Notice, Name, Na...

Marcy and Alison, founders of Revel Coach, sit down with Jessica Papineau, founder of CSJ Authentic Fashion Styling, to discuss her 25-year journey in the fashion industry. Jessica shares her passion for empowering women through fashion, teaching them how to boost confidence and transform their image. From styling entrepreneurs to helping postpartum moms feel their best, Jessica's work emphasizes community building and her unique t...

Join us in this REVEL COACH + Conversation with Lindsay Yellin, who shares her journey from advertising executive to transformation leadership coach. Driven by a desire to help others navigate their own professional transitions, Lindsay uses her experience to guide clients through personal growth and self-discovery. She emphasizes the importance of aligning one’s career with personal values and aspirations, empowering individuals t...

Join us for another REVEL COACH+ Conversation with hosts Alison Nissen and Marcy Stoudt and their guest, holistic health counselor Hilary Tarkington Stowers.  

After a long bout of undiagnosed Lyme disease, Hilary transitioned into a new career path, helping others who face the debilitating challenges caused by chronic Lyme disease as well as the complexities of nutritional deficiencies and food sensitivities.

Hilary shares that n...

Wine for You, Written in the Stars.

Indulge in a personalized wine experience with Sun Moon Rising Wine. Co-founded by certified Sommelier and Astrology lover Kate Webb, Sun Moon Rising Wine brings together two ancient arts: astrology and winemaking. For centuries, humans have looked to the stars for self-discovery and understanding and have crafted wine with passion and precision. Sun Moon Rising Wine merged these traditions to cr...

In this Revel Coach+ Conversation with co-founders Alison Nissen and Marcy Stoudt, Buck Martinez discusses how developing strong character and leadership skills takes commitment and determination. When Buck (and his daughter) co-founded Student ACES for Leadership, they focused on helping student-athletes build character, leadership, and influence. Mentoring young leaders is necessary, demonstrating the importance of consistency be...

Join us for another Revel Coach+ Conversation with Alison Nissen and Marcy Stoudt! This week, Edwin Jansen, the Chief Steward and CEO of Fuse Cooperative, the staffing industry's first and only platform cooperative, shares what's new in AI and the Coachfully.AI chatbot builder.

Many people observe Artificial Intelligence with fear. However, Edwin points out that 70% of people are not engaged in their work, and 99% of peopl...

One of the main stumbling blocks new entrepreneurs face is asking clients for money. Carey Sumner of Cresso Consulting suggests replacing the word money with value. Clients purchase based on perceived value: Will I save money? Will I save time? Will I reach my goals? As coaches and consultants, the perceived value of our service is what we are selling.

Founder and CEO of Cresso Consulting Carey Sumner joins this Revel Coach+ Conve...

The entrepreneurial spirit is alive and well in today’s college students. Denison University’s Julie Tucker, Director of Family Engagement and Professional Network, ensures that students and alumni have the tools to clear a path to success. Revel Coach’s cofounders Alison Nissen and Marcy Stoudt credit their success to connecting with Julie, the Denison Network, the innovative Denison Red Frame Lab, and the ReMix Entrepreneurial Su...

Join us for another Revel Coach+ Conversation with Alison Nissen and Marcy Stoudt! This week, peek into the network of world-class hotels, memorable experiences, and creatively curated itineraries with luxury designer Virginia Balch. Virginia creates travel that ensures that every trip is thoughtfully executed and guaranteed to exceed expectations.

Virginia shares her strategies for time management and organization and her plans ...

Creating Memorable Marketing Campaigns

Professional real estate investor Adrian Smude joins this Revel Coach Conversation with co-founders Marcy Stoudt and Alison Nissen. Adrian shared his philosophy of Marketing to Your Personality.

Adrian started his real estate career in 2002. He attributes much of his success to his passion for lifelong learning, which has led him to continue education courses and fostered relationships with r...

Purpose isn't something that can be engineered but emerges from a deeper understanding of yourself. In this Revel Coach+ Conversation, Marcy Stoudt and Alison Nissen chat with Katie Montbriand about how to ensure all the major gems of your life, the things that excite you, fit together as a kaleidoscope.

Each colorful stone represents those things. As you turn the kaleidoscope different images emerge. Occasionally one stone ca...

Join us for another exciting Revel Coach + Conversation with co-founders Alison Nissen and Marcy Stoudt who chat with Executive Functioning Coach Corie Wightlin. They discuss how individuals can understand and overcome challenges related to time management, organization, and motivation to achieve optimum personal performance.

Corie’s journey began as a special education teacher, eventually transitioning to coaching after recognizi...

Join this Revel Coach Conversation with Alison Nissen and Marcy Stoudt, who interview Steliana Economu about her experiences coaching executives, writing, and teaching future leaders while valuing yourself as a parent. Steliana discussed her book Mothers as Leaders, which emphasizes the importance of honest, humorous stories that women can relate to. But it’s not just women who need to recognize their role in corporate America, but...