Managing Icons: Trust, Longevity and Leadership with Anthony Piedmonte

In this reflective episode of Well Coached, Chris sits down with veteran artist manager Anthony Piedmonte, whose decades-long career has included managing global icons like Chris Tomlin and working with Bon Jovi. Anthony shares how trust, loyalty, and personal alignment drive his leadership style—and how building long-term careers starts with protecting the artist’s creative spirit. From the challenges of burnout and fatherhood to the power of saying “no,” this conversation is a masterclass in leading with purpose and playing the long game in an industry that rarely slows down. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: How to protect creativity while managing high-performing artists Why trust and loyalty are non-negotiable in long-term partnerships What Anthony looks for when building teams that actually work How to manage burnout, family priorities, and professional expectations The value of saying “no” in a world that constantly demands “more” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices