Evergreen Collective Presents: The Leadership Review

From Green Beret to CEO: Kelly Vohs on Radical Humility and Leadership

In this episode, The team sits down with serial CEO Kelly Vohs, leader of Safety Culture, to discuss his unique journey and inspiring approach to life. Through candid conversations, Kelly shares insights on leadership, personal growth, and how unconventional paths can lead to resilience and energy in work. He emphasizes the importance of facing challenges head-on, leading with radical humility, and fostering organizational culture focused on problem-solving and innovation. Whether you're striving to improve your personal or professional life, this episode offers practical strategies to energize your path forward.

1% Better with Amy Rosellini

Join co-hosts Elliot and Kaitlyn as they engage in a transformative conversation with leadership consultant, CEO facilitator and fractional CHRO, Amy Rosellini. Known for turning complexity into clarity, Amy shares profound insights on leadership, authenticity, and the power of becoming 1% better every day. Discover how small, consistent improvements can lead to massive transformations in careers and personal lives. Explore the importance of self-awareness, the role of vulnerability in leadership, and strategies to sustain incremental growth. This episode of The Leadership Review from the Evergreen Collective is packed with captivating stories and actionable advice for anyone seeking to elevate their leadership and make a meaningful impact.

Strategy That Actually Works with The Product Growth Guy

Join us on The Leadership Review as the Evergreen Collective delves into the art and science of strategy with Aakash Gupta, aka The Product Growth Guy. From Fortnite to fintech, we discuss practical tactics and insightful strategies to enhance your leadership and drive meaningful growth in your personal and professional journey in any industry. With Aakash's extensive experience in product growth at companies like Apollo.io, Affirm, and Epic Games, you'll hear how effective strategy can be a game-changer for leaders at all levels. 
From overcoming strategy crises to understanding the importance of competitive awareness and strategic alignment, Aakash opens up about the nuances of leadership, the evolving tech landscape, and the essential elements that help leaders craft strategies that deliver real results. Whether you're a seasoned leader or aspiring to elevate your career, this episode promises to provide valuable insights to help you on your growth journey. Don't miss out on Aakash's advice on focusing your efforts, being agile in today's fast-paced environment, and leading with authenticity and clarity. Let's grow together.
 
Episode Acronyms
ICs: Individual contributors; the people within an organization who do not formally manage other people.
GMV: Gross Merchandise Value; a financial metric that represents the total value of goods sold by a company over a specific period, before any deductions for fees, expenses, or returns. It's essentially the total dollar value of all sales, providing a measure of a company's sales volume. 
ARR: Annual Recurring Revenue; refers to the amount of predictable, recurring revenue a company anticipates receiving annually from its products or services, particularly those sold through subscriptions. It's a key metric for understanding a company's financial health and growth potential.

Ryan Leak Unlocks ‘How to Work with Complicated People’

In our inaugural episode of the Leadership Review, the Evergreen Collective introduces Ryan Leak, a celebrated executive coach, “speakerpreneur,” and author of the New York Times bestseller, 'How to Work with Complicated People.’ Join us as Ryan's mastery of storytelling takes us through practical strategies for dipping out of the drama to reach real resolutions.
Listen in as we uncover the hidden challenges of success - exploring personal stories of changed relationships - and navigating everyone’s favorite f-word, feedback, with humility. Through engaging anecdotes, Ryan shares his secrets to balancing a high-demand career with family commitments, all while maintaining an elevated energy that sets him apart as a leader.
We want all of our listeners to know ‘How to Work with Complicated People,’ so we’re giving away a few copies! Listeners can get up to two entries total - one entry on LinkedIn, and one on Instagram. 
Here’s how to enter:
1. Follow both Evergreen Collective and Ryan Leak.
2. Comment on this week’s episode post with a key takeaway you had after listening.
3. Repost on LinkedIn or add to your stories on Instagram.
Winners will be drawn and notified via DM from Evergreen Collective’s official socials on Wednesday, May 14. Good luck, and thanks for listening! 

Why We’re Here - The Evergreen Collective Origin Story

In this debut episode, Kaitlyn, Elliot, and Joe come together to kick off The Leadership Review - a leadership development podcast presented by the Evergreen Collective - rooted in real conversations. With warmth, wit, and unfiltered honesty, the trio introduces themselves, shares how their unique journeys intersected, and explores the "why" behind the show.
They reflect on their passion for helping leaders grow, the value of real-world leadership lessons, and the power of community. You’ll hear about their goals for the podcast, including their  mission to spark 1,000 meaningful leadership conversations. Whether you're a seasoned executive or just stepping into a leadership role, this episode sets the tone for authentic growth, lasting impact, and the joy of learning alongside others.
Why listen? Because great leadership isn’t static - it’s evergreen. And this is just the beginning. Join the community on LinkedIn and Instagram, and stay tuned for some fantastic prize giveaways from our unforgettable guests!