C-Suite Success with Tricia Benn
How do you define success? Gauging success by anyone else’s definition but your own is instant failure. Tricia Benn, Chief Executive Officer of the C-Suite Network™ delves into the minds of some of today’s most successful figures in business, entertainment, and entrepreneurship to see how they’re measuring success, what success means to them, and how to achieve success through constant disruption. Welcome to C-Suite Success with Tricia Benn.
Episodes
July 2, 2025 • 17 mins
In the dynamic world of event planning, there are so many moving parts and variables that contribute to the overall success of the project; and, at times, it can feel like a difficult puzzle to put together. Our guest is Sheila Rondeau, CEO of MOGXP and whether on the battleground or the boardroom, this military vet always delivers on the mission at hand. Throughout the interview, Sheila discusses how to create certainty out of unc...
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June 25, 2025 • 31 mins
In this powerful episode of C-Suite Success, Jonathan Lowy, Founder and President of Global Action on Gun Violence, shares his extraordinary 28-year journey disrupting one of the most protected industries in the world. As a pioneering attorney who has represented survivors, challenged negligent gun manufacturers, and created legal precedents with global impact, Jonathan discusses how litigation became a tool for change when politic...
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June 18, 2025 • 16 mins
Join us for an insightful episode of "C-Suite Success with Tricia Benn," featuring Tom Schmidt, President of Thomas A. Schmidt & Associates, as he shares his wisdom on achieving success through genuine care and service to others. According to Tom, success isn't just about money or status; it's about touching lives and making a real difference. His motto, "Success has always been about how many people have I served today and how lon...
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June 11, 2025 • 23 mins
Miles Nadal defied the odds by transforming a mere $500 loan into a remarkable $3 billion holding company. During this interview, he shares profound insights, emphasizing the importance of stressing the importance of seizing every opportunity, creating lasting value, and leaving a
legacy by trying to make the world a better place. Reflecting on pivotal
moments, Nadal reveals the transformative power of giving back by investing in c...
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June 4, 2025 • 21 mins
Will AI replace humans? The short answer is no. This episode of C-Suite Success, features Sol Rashidi, Head of Technology for Startups, North America, Amazon Web Services, as we explore her journey from being one of the early tech pioneers, to shaping the future of AI and innovation. Sol shares her evolution from a hands-on tech practitioner to an executive leader, where she discovered the importance of EQ and building trust
over ...
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May 28, 2025 • 16 mins
In this episode, Chuck Chakrapani shares his journey from a conventional
definition of success to a transformative realization inspired by his grandmother’s words. He discusses how understanding that real success comes from within changed his world, emphasizing that success should chase you, not the other way around. He highlights the importance of being free from others' opinions, a hard but uniquely liberating lesson, and admits ...
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May 21, 2025 • 29 mins
James W. Keyes, the former CEO of 7-Eleven and Blockbuster, joins Tricia Benn for a conversation that cuts to the core of what it means to lead through disruption. From navigating two of the most turbulent financial eras in modern history to championing innovation across industries like energy, healthcare, cybersecurity, and new space, Keyes shares hard-won insights on resilience, reinvention, and the true meaning of success. With ...
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May 14, 2025 • 21 mins
People are the most valuable asset of any business. As a result, creating workplaces that cultivate a deep sense of value, pride, and accomplishment among employees has become imperative. Throughout this insightful interview, Sue Bingham, Founder & Principal at HPWP Group, explores a way for workers to transform how they perceive their roles, how to shake off the ‘Monday Blues’ and infusing new energy into the workplace. Sue candid...
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May 7, 2025 • 17 mins
What does a former MMA fighter know about being a 16-year-old girl? At first, nothing. But learning to shift perspective became a game-changer for Eliot Marshall, former UFC fighter, bestselling author, entrepreneur, and coach. In this powerful conversation with Tricia Benn, Eliot reveals how his mindset evolved as he learned to train and relate to someone
completely different from his own six-foot-two frame. He unpacks how martial...
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April 30, 2025 • 30 mins
In this episode of C-Suite Success, Marcia Mintz shares how a pivotal trip to Cuba in the 1990s reshaped her understanding of leadership and success. By listening and learning differently, she discovered the true power of sustainable impact, later choosing to measure success through health outcomes and accessibility rather than traditional benchmarks. Marcia offers an inspiring reminder of what it means to lead with purpose, clarit...
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April 23, 2025 • 17 mins
In this episode, Tricia Benn sits down with Heather Florio, CEO of Desert Harvest Inc., to explore her journey of taking over the helm of a family-owned company and proving herself as a leader in the women's health space. Heather shares how her sense of independence and passion for disrupting the standard of care has shaped her career, focusing on creating products that meet unmet needs in women's health. For her, success is not de...
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April 16, 2025 • 21 mins
The word 'No' is often seen as negative, but for David Meerman Scott, it's a source of empowerment and choice. In this insightful interview, we explore David's unique path to redefining success. While he once measured success by traditional standards, David broke new ground as an early advocate of content marketing. He encourages others to openly share their passions and personalities to shape their personal brands, the three disti...
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April 9, 2025 • 19 mins
In this inspiring episode, Debra McGuire President & CEO of the Private Directors Association, shares her powerful journey from chasing gold on the track -- where her high school goal was to beat none other than a highly-decorated former Olympian -- to redefining success after a devastating injury. She unpacks how learning to pivot, embrace fresh perspectives, and rebuild from the ground up became her greatest life lessons. Now, as...
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April 2, 2025 • 13 mins
In this episode, Dave Sanderson -- renowned speaker and survivor of the Miracle on the Hudson -- delivers powerful insights on what it truly means to succeed. From realizing at just 8 years old that effort drives results to defining success as the fulfillment and happiness found in achieving major goals, Dave’s journey offers lessons for leaders at every level. Drawing from the life-changing events of the Hudson landing, he reveals...
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Success isn’t a fixed destination -- it’s a journey of reflection, reinvention, and impact. In this episode featuring Dan Caruso, Managing Director of Caruso Ventures, we explore his evolving definition of success, from his drive to write a book as a personal milestone to the humbling lessons learned about networking outside of your circle and relevance. Dan shares candid insights on mentorship, the shifting professional landscape,...
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March 5, 2025 • 27 mins
Success isn’t a fixed destination -- it’s a journey defined by impact, adaptability, and knowing when to disrupt and when to refine. On this episode, Elaine Eisenman, Managing Director at Saeje Advisors, shares her perspective on why success is less about chasing titles and more about solving real challenges. From her wake-up moment as an EVP, to finding your voice to her belief that not all disruption is necessary, Elaine challeng...
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February 26, 2025 • 22 mins
This episode delves into the artisanal chocolates have captured hearts and taste buds around the world created by Maribel Lieberman, the founder of MarieBelle. From the moment Oprah selected her signature hot chocolate as one of her “favorite things,” Maribel experienced the highs and unexpected challenges of rapid success. She shares invaluable lessons on leadership, listening, and embracing change to keep her brand evolving. More...
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February 5, 2025 • 21 mins
On this episode of C-Suite Success, Jeffrey Meshey, President & CEO of Desert Financial Credit Union, shares how success is about impact, not just income. Leading a not-for-profit financial cooperative, Meshey emphasizes that members, not customers, are at the heart of everything they do. With a mission to "Give & Grow," Desert Financial has built a model of financial success that prioritizes giving back, ensuring strong retained e...
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January 22, 2025 • 19 mins
In this episode of C-Suite Success, Olivia Gamber, CEO of Career Evolved, shares her inspiring journey to becoming a visionary business leader. A former competitive athlete and self-proclaimed hyper achiever, Olivia scaled multiple businesses before the age of 30 but soon realized that true success meant moving beyond external accolades to find deeper purpose. Drawing on resilience, faith, and self-trust, she helps her clients brea...
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January 15, 2025 • 25 mins
In this episode of C-Suite Success, C. Lee Smith, CEO of SalesFuel, shares his unique insights into leadership, vision, and building trust within a team. He discusses his structured approach to goal setting and reflects on his entrepreneurial journey fueled by a passion for creating solutions and leading with transparency. Smith emphasizes the importance of trust as the foundation of great leadership, communication, and fostering p...
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