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Leadership Lounge

UBS advisor podcasts
UBS
Wealth
Dottid
Global Footprints
Leadership
Legacy Wealth
Generational Wealth
Values
JLL
Victra
Ben Strake
Optimism
Dallas, United States
Intersections
Artificial Intelligence
New York City
Mindfulness
Culture

The Leadership Lounge with Saman Samii and Mitch Slater, powered by UBS, brings you exclusive conversations with some of the world’s top business leaders. Discover their unique stories, insights on success, and strategies for growth in this must-listen podcast for entrepreneurs and leaders alike.

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In this episode, Samii and Mitch sit down with Das Nobel, Founder and CEO of MTX Group, to discuss one of the most remarkable entrepreneurial journeys you will hear. After immigrating to the United States from humble beginnings in Bangladesh, Das and... more

In this episode, Samii and Mitch sit down with Rich Balot, CEO of Victra, the largest Verizon Authorized Retailer in the United States. Rich shares his leadership journey, the lessons he has learned building and leading high-performing teams, and wha... more

In this episode, Samii and Mitch sit down with Case Kenny, a must-listen special guest and one of the most influential voices in mindfulness and modern leadership today. Case is a bestselling author, entrepreneur, and host of the widely popular New M... more

In this episode, Samii and Mitch sit down with serial entrepreneur Juan Grobler, Founder and CEO of Global Footprints, to break down what it really takes to scale a business and exit successfully. Juan shares the key lesson that changed everything: y... more

In this episode, Samii and Mitch sit down with Grace Barnard and Daen Wombwell, Co-Founders of NIW Companies based in Plano, TX, to share how they built a business from scratch, pushed through years of adversity, and ultimately achieved a successful ... more

In this episode, Samii and Mitch are joined by Ben Strake, Co-Founder and President of Premier M&A Advisors based in St Louis, MO. Ben shares how he successfully manages multiple companies at scale, the leadership principles that keep his teams align... more

In this episode, Samii and Mitch are joined by Kyle Waldrep, Founder and CEO of Dottid based in Dallas, TX, and also the co-host of the podcast Intersections. Kyle opens up about his passion for entrepreneurship, faith, and leadership sharing best pr... more

In this episode, Samii and Mitch are joined by Jim Shields, entrepreneur, investor, attorney, and author of Wealth That Lasts. With decades of experience guiding business owners through exits, and transitions, Jim shares hard-won lessons, introduces ... more

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Recent Guests

Rich Balot
CEO of Victra, the largest exclusive Verizon retailer in the country
Victra
Episode: Leading Through Growth, Culture, and Coaching with Rich Balot
Case Kenny
Entrepreneur, mindfulness expert, podcast host, and bestselling author
Independent
Episode: From Self-Talk to Success: Leadership Insights with Case Kenny
John Grobler
serial entrepreneur, founder and CEO of Global Footprints
Global Footprints
Episode: From Founder to Scaler: Building a Business That Runs Without You
Grace Barnard
Co-founder of NIW Companies, client-centric finance innovator
NIW Companies
Episode: Built on Tenacity: How Grace Barnard and Daen Wombwell Turned Vision Into a Lasting Business
Daen Wombwell
Co-founder of NIW Companies, technologist turned financier
NIW Companies
Episode: Built on Tenacity: How Grace Barnard and Daen Wombwell Turned Vision Into a Lasting Business
Ben Strake
Builder, operator, dealmaker; runs a portfolio of 16 companies
Independent entrepreneur / Portfolio founder
Episode: The Operator's Playbook: Leadership Lessons from 16 Businesses
Kyle Waldrep
Founder and CEO of Dottid
Dottid
Episode: From Vision To Venture: The New Wave of Entrepreneurs
Jim Shields
Founder of Lighthouse Value Partners; author of Wealth That Lasts, 10 Principles of Legacy Wealth
Lighthouse Value Partners
Episode: Wealth That Lasts – The Difference Between Value and Values

Hosts

Mitch Slater
Host of Leadership Lounge (UBS); Executive Director at UBS New York City; (co-host).
Saman Samii
Co-host of Leadership Lounge; Account Vice President, Wealth Management; Host.

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Talking Points

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Wealth That Lasts – The Difference Between Value and Values
Q: How do you approach conversations about wealth with the next generation?
Split the dialogue into two buckets: the mechanics of money and investments first, then early and ongoing discussions about the values that created the wealth.
Wealth That Lasts – The Difference Between Value and Values
Q: What are the top three traits you see in successful family businesses?
Humility and a willingness to learn, strong people management with delegation, and aligning personal self-interest with shared goals to create passion and commitment.
The Operator's Playbook: Leadership Lessons from 16 Businesses
Q: What's the first move a business owner should make tomorrow if they're considering selling in a few years?
Begin with a formal valuation to understand current market worth, then assemble a trusted team of advisors to plan the exit strategy.
The Operator's Playbook: Leadership Lessons from 16 Businesses
Q: What does leadership look like when you're running 16 companies and aiming to avoid burnout?
Build a strong team, ensure alignment with profit sharing, and maintain work-life balance by setting boundaries, like shutting the phone off occasionally.
The Operator's Playbook: Leadership Lessons from 16 Businesses
Q: What moment made you realize you were wired to build companies rather than work for one?
A mentor told me I was too entrepreneurial for a promotion, which challenged me to rethink and ultimately reinforced my drive to juggle multiple ventures and seek bigger challenges.

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What is Leadership Lounge about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show features candid conversations with high-level business leaders and seasoned operators, focusing on leadership, growth, culture, and strategy in complex organizations. Episodes often center on scaling teams, managing rapid growth, mergers and acquisitions, and the role of coaching, mindset, and ethics in sustaining performance. Notable themes include balancing entrepreneurial DNA with scalable processes, leveraging technology like AI in decision-making, and the importance of mentorship and culture in long-term value creation. A standout trait is the guest mix: influential executives, serial entrepreneurs, and wealth/finance professionals share practical frameworks, personal narratives, and actionable takeaways for leaders navigating... more

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Recent guests on Leadership Lounge include:

1. Rich Balot
2. Case Kenny
3. John Grobler
4. Grace Barnard
5. Daen Wombwell
6. Ben Strake
7. Kyle Waldrep
8. Jim Shields

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