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5. The Poetic Design of Getting Babies to Sleep Safely and Saving Lives

Michael sits down with Dr. Harvey Karp, Co-Founder and CEO of Happiest Baby to discuss his work enhancing child well-being with innovative techniques to help fussy babies sleep better. Dr. Karp is the inventor of SNOO, the world's first smart sleeper for infants that aids in sleep, and most importantly, helps prevent sudden infant death syndrome.

PeopleForce Podcast with Michael Mendenhall

Episode 5| Published: July 11, 2023|33 min

Published: July 11, 2023

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Episode 6|49 min

Published: August 1, 2023

Women Who Redefined a Business Model

Michael sits down with the co-founders of JOAN Creative—Lisa Clunie, Chief Executive Officer, and Jaime Robinson, Chief Creative Officer, to discuss diversity, the role of data and AI in the creative process and how they named their agency after powerful women in history, art and music.

Episode 7|31 min

Published: August 15, 2023

An Immigrant’s Mission to Lead Social Change through Financial Self-Sufficiency

Michael chats with José Quiñonez, CEO of the nonprofit organization, Mission Asset Fund, on what motivated him to take on his cause, the struggles he faced and the successes he has seen in leading social change by building financial self-sufficiency.

Episode 8|44 min

Published: September 26, 2023

Becoming a Trailblazing CEO, Debunking Corporate Myths and Inspiring the Next Generation

Michael talks with Jane Miller, author and CEO of Rudi’s Bakery, on her rise from running a billion-dollar business to growing a purpose-driven startup. She shares 30+ years of wisdom bringing brands to life, building first-class teams and being true to oneself.

Episode 9|41 min

Published: March 12, 2024

Building an Ice Cream Empire With a Beat-up Truck and a Few Good Friends

Michael sits down with Ben Van Leeuwen, co-founder and CEO of Van Leeuwen Ice Cream, who shares his journey from driving an ice cream truck to growing a million-dollar ice cream business. His recipe is simple: make a delicious product with quality ingredients, top it with excellent service, but most important is a healthy dose of perseverance.

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