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Expressions of Leadership

Michele Kawamoto Perry
Leadership
Storytelling
Innovation
Entrepreneurship
Community Building
Trust
Resilience
Creativity
Mental Health
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Sustainability
Wine
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Human-Centered Design
Empathy
Mentorship
Community Engagement
Web3 Technologies
Yoga
Education

Leaders emerge from every walk of life. Whether you’re defining your leadership style or evolving it, learning from others can be transformative. Join leadership advisor and coach Michele Kawamoto Perry as she sits down with a diverse range of leaders—from startup CEOs pioneering new technology, to teachers challenging the status quo, doctors delivering compassionate care, and artists pushing crea... more

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In this episode of Expressions of Leadership, Michele Kawamoto Perry sits down with Bob Riddle, a lifelong educator whose nearly four-decade journey, from math teacher to Head of School, offers a powerful perspective on what it means to lead with pur... more

In this episode, Michele Kawamoto Perry interviews Katie Mednick, a founder and TEDx speaker who bootstrapped Spark TS into a North American rail industry leader before successfully exiting in 2025. Katie shares how she navigated complex regulations,... more

Ellie Shapiro has spent her career bringing imagination to life for iconic brands like Barbie and Disney Princess, but her most powerful story is about the life she chose to build. In this episode of Expressions of Leadership, host Michele Kawamoto P... more

What does love have to do with leadership? For Dr. Kerry Neal, everything.

In this episode, Michele Kawamoto Perry traces the arc of a remarkable journey, from hospital orderly to Doctor of Education, from a devastating personal moment to the foundi... more

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Katie Mednick
Founder and former CEO; leader who rebuilt leadership and safety practices in rail and tech
Spark TS (founder); Aluma (founder)
Episode: From Railroads to Reinvention: Katie Mednick on Leadership, Values, and Building What Matters
Ellie Shapiro
creative strategist, toy inventor, and storyteller
Independent; previously Mattel and Disney
Episode: Leading with Courage: Ellie Shapiro on Reinvention, Resilience, and Becoming a Mother at 57
Dr. Keri Neal
Educator, philanthropy executive, founder of Black Love Reimagined, host of Urban Birds and Bees
Black Love Reimagined; Urban Birds and Bees; The Forward Project
Episode: Love as Leadership: Dr. Kerry Neal on Reinvention, Community, and Doing the Uncomfortable Work
Erica Reif
Executive Director of the Architecture Foundation of Oregon
Architecture Foundation of Oregon
Episode: Leadership and Design Literacy: Erica Rife on Equity, Community, and the Future of Architecture
Michelle Bacharach
CEO, FindMine (AI-driven retail platform)
FindMine
Episode: Leading with Curiosity: Michelle Bacharach on Building FindMine and the Future of AI in Retail
Kathy Dirksen
Founder of Inspire Tenacity; international speaker; publisher; 23-time number one bestselling author
Inspire Tenacity
Episode: Cathy Derksen on Leadership, Reinvention After 50, and Empowering Midlife Women
Sarah Zappi
Assistant Dean for Teaching and Learning and Director of the Leonard Center at Penn State
Penn State University
Episode: Dr. Sarah Zappe on Academic Leadership, Innovation, and the Arts in Engineering
David Silverstein
Strategist, healthcare reform advocate, founder and CEO of Amaze Health
Amaze Health
Episode: Changing the System: Leadership and Healthcare Reform with David Silverstein
Meredith Yinger
Award-winning filmmaker, founder of SheTV Media
SheTV Media
Episode: Leadership Through Storytelling: Filmmaker Meredith Yinger on Media, Resilience and Change

Host

Michele Kawamoto-Perry
Host of Expressions of Leadership, focusing on leadership development and cultural transformation.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 2.9k ratings
  • Elevate your Leadership Game

    Great podcast host, incisive questions, interesting guest and illuminating conversations that will leave you with several “aha”moments.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RenaKoka LA
    United Statesa month ago
  • Excellent unique podcast

    This is one of my favorite podcasts. It is consistently engaging and full of fresh, thoughtful perspectives. Michele is an excellent interviewer, asking insightful questions of her really interesting and articulate guests. She shines by letting each guest shine; allowing space for their stories, wisdom and unique perspectives to come through.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Passport Full of Curiosity
    United States4 months ago
  • Edie Higby, M.A. in Happiness Studies 🤍 Author of Joy By Design

    This lady is truly redefining the way that we look at leadership. I am so incredibly grateful to have shared this space with her and to be able to share my story in such a special way. Michele, in the real deal!! Thank YOU for your kindness, support energy, innovation, and creativity and above all, Thank You, for believing that JOY is a core fundamental in leadership skills. Expressions of Leadership is 5 🌟 🌟🌟🌟🌟 ALL THE WAY!! 👏🏻🫶🏻🤍

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Food Fairy
    United States4 months ago
  • Inspirational

    One of my favorite podcasts!! So amazing to listen to inspiring leaders across so many different industries. I find it so interesting to find tidbits and leadership styles that can truly be applied across the board. I look forward to listening and learning every week! Truly inspiring!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    T. Hollida
    United States4 months ago
  • Highly Inspiring

    An incredibly inspiring podcast! Michele does a wonderful job of bringing out the human side of leadership, showcasing the journeys of people who have persevered through challenges. Rob Grad's story was a powerful reminder that it's okay to pivot and follow your passion. Highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KingKeegs1
    United States9 months ago

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Listeners praise the host for her engaging interviewing style and ability to bring out the unique perspectives of her guests.
The podcast is highlighted for its inspirational content that resonates well beyond just leadership discussions.
Many express appreciation for the actionable insights and diverse leadership approaches discussed in each episode.

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From Railroads to Reinvention: Katie Mednick on Leadership, Values, and Building What Matters
Q: What is your vision for the future of leadership and the legacy you hope to leave with Aluma?
Katie envisions universal leadership as a facet of everyone, anchored in community, growth, and people-first values, with Aluma enabling inner work that supports authentic connections.
From Railroads to Reinvention: Katie Mednick on Leadership, Values, and Building What Matters
Q: How did you approach reinvention and the evolution of your leadership after Spark TS?
She uses the Ouroboros metaphor to describe death-and-rebirth of leadership identity, embracing ambiguity, and growing into a wider, values-driven leadership role.
From Railroads to Reinvention: Katie Mednick on Leadership, Values, and Building What Matters
Q: What did you learn about leadership through navigating the rapid growth and the pressure of a self-funded company?
Katie discusses the importance of staying with core values, building a team, maintaining long-term relationships, and balancing ownership with accountability.
From Railroads to Reinvention: Katie Mednick on Leadership, Values, and Building What Matters
Q: After building Spark TS, what led you to create Aluma instead of continuing with consulting?
She describes recognizing the need for a formal tool to implement regulation training, and her motivation to apply her industry insight to software, despite no prior software experience.
From Railroads to Reinvention: Katie Mednick on Leadership, Values, and Building What Matters
Q: What drew you to instructional design and the mortgage space, and how did that set you up for the rail industry?
Katie explains her early roots in banking and teaching, and how the regulatory environment framed a holistic, strategic approach that later translated to rail regulation work.

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Conversations center around a diverse group of leaders from various fields, including entrepreneurship, healthcare, education, and the arts. The interviews provide rich insights into different leadership styles and philosophies, often highlighting personal stories and experiences that shape each guest's approach to leadership. There is a notable emphasis on themes such as resilience, community, and the importance of inclusive practices, making the discussions applicable to a wide audience seeking to enhance their leadership capabilities. Unique to the content is the blend of practical guidance and personal narratives that inspire listeners to reflect on their own leadership journeys and the potential for transformational change in their env... more

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Recent guests on Expressions of Leadership include:

1. Katie Mednick
2. Ellie Shapiro
3. Dr. Keri Neal
4. Erica Reif
5. Michelle Bacharach
6. Kathy Dirksen
7. Sarah Zappi
8. David Silverstein

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