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Brandt Handley
Manufacturing
Leadership
Amazon
Automation
IPR Robotics
Franchising
Social Media
Bespoke Beauty Brands
Fullerton Tool Company
Entrepreneurship
Private Equity
CARR Machine & Tool
Aerospace
Detroit
Oakland University
Saginaw, United States
Artificial Intelligence
Franbridge Consulting
Safety Systems Management
Mobile Communication Tower

The road to the middle market CEO corner office is paved with mile markers that guide in surprising, unpredictable, and some might even say “mysterious” ways! But how do you get such a widely coveted position? This is the question often heard during decades of ROI’s executive search interviews, conducted with top-level executives. ROI’s Into the Corner Office podcast is a new inspiration and answe... more

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Randy Lyman is a physicist, entrepreneur, and expert in emotional intelligence and service-based leadership. He built the American Dream from humble beginnings, eventually founding multiple 8-figure businesses, including an Inc. 500 company. He disco... more

Jason Perez is the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of YARDZ. As CEO, Perez manages the overall strategic direction of the company as it expands in scope and size. Before establishing YARDZ, Perez founded the Veritas Group, a consulting and man... more

A transformation and growth leader at heart, Paul Idziak is a CEO who thrives in complexity and turns bold vision into disciplined execution and scalable results. Like a catalyst for momentum, he does not just grow businesses; he engineers ecosystems... more

Laura Manion is the President & CEO of the Chester County Chamber of Business and Industry, the region's premier business advocacy organization representing a diverse membership of 600 businesses — from small enterprises to multinational corporations... more

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Randy Lyman
Physicist, entrepreneur, and author of The Third Element
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Episode: Randy Lyman, CEO & Author, The Third Element
Jason Perez
Co-founder and CEO of Yardz
Yardz
Episode: Jason Perez, Co-Founder & CEO, Yardz
Paul Idziak
Founder and Managing Partner of Faith Man Group, private equity investment advisor
Faith Man Group
Episode: Paul Idziak, Private Equity Investment Advisor, FM Group, LLC
Laura Manion
President and CEO of the Chester County Chamber of Business and Industry
Chester County Chamber of Business and Industry
Episode: Laura Manion, President & CEO, The Chester County Chamber of Business
Gene Millman
Business thought leader and visionary CEO
Episode: Gene Millman, Business Thought Leader & Visionary CEO
Stacey Tank
Chief Executive Officer, Bespoke Beauty Brands; founder of Our Happy Place
Bespoke Beauty Brands; Our Happy Place
Episode: Stacey Tank, CEO, Bespoke Beauty Brands
Jeff Taylor
General Manager, past President of Crafts Technology
Crafts Technology, Precision Solutions Group of Hyperion Materials and Technologies
Episode: Jeff Taylor, General Manger, Crafts Technology
Emeric Ernoult
Co-founder and CEO of Agorapulse
Agorapulse
Episode: Emeric Ernoult, CEO, Agorapulse
Cory Sherman
Founder and CEO of Safety Systems Management
Safety Systems Management
Episode: Cory Sherman, Founder, Safety Systems Management

Hosts

Brand Handley
Host of ROI's Into the Corner Office, ROI
Brant Hanley
Host of Into the Corner Office

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 77 ratings
  • Nerd

    This nerd thinks he’s cool

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    OrgeonDuck
    United States10 months ago
  • Authentic Conversation

    Brandt is an excellent interviewer. His questions set the table for a heartfelt, transparent, and authentic conversation. I thoroughly enjoyed my conversation with Brandt, and I have enjoyed listening to other interviews of Brandt's. Thank you, Brandt, for creating a safe space for a real conversastion! I appreciate you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    W-Q-T
    United States3 years ago
  • Great show!

    The host of the podcast highlights all aspects of ROI and more in this can’t miss podcast! The host and expert guests offer insightful advice and information that is helpful to anyone that listens!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    malfoxley
    United States5 years ago
  • Inside the Mind of the CEO

    This is a great show for people interested in understanding the backgrounds, journeys, and challenges of CEOs. If you are selling or marketing to the mid-market CEO, this is a must listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    don macph
    United States7 years ago
  • Great insight

    Listening to each person’s growth and journey adds to my leadership skills. The interviews are easy to listen to and show ceos in a genuine light.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    8177
    United States7 years ago

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Punchy, authentic conversations about leadership and growth.
Guests are credible experts, with practical takeaways for scale.
Strong mix of manufacturing and tech leaders; informative and useful.

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Anthony Leo, President, IPR Robotics
Q: What has been the biggest shift going from sales-focused roles to the presidency of IPR Robotics?
The challenge has been adopting a holistic view that includes cost, supply chain, and organizational infrastructure while maintaining a strong sales orientation to drive growth.
Anthony Leo, President, IPR Robotics
Q: Where does the podcast find you today?
Anthony describes his Detroit-area roots, current life in Michigan, and the Friday atmosphere, setting the scene for how he approaches leadership and entrepreneurship.
Jon Ostenson, Founder, FranBridge Consulting
Q: What inspired your move into franchising after a traditional corporate career?
The guest explains discovering franchising as a path to owning a business with a built-in system, support, and lower risk, which aligned with his desire for autonomy while leveraging established structures.
Jeff Taylor, General Manger, Crafts Technology
Q: What was the ESOP transition like, and how did it impact the company and employees?
He describes the fully employee‑owned ESOP, the eventual sale to Hyperion/KKR, the windfall for employees, and how equity incentives helped retention and motivation through the transition.
Jeff Taylor, General Manger, Crafts Technology
Q: How did you transition from early manufacturing roles to leadership and sales, and what challenges did you face?
He explains moving from shop floor roles to manufacturing management, then into technical sales, and highlights the growth challenges, including imposter syndrome, learning to navigate senior engineers, and eventually taking on senior leadership responsibilities.

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A primer on mid-market leadership, the show consistently centers on CEOs, founders, and senior operators who built scale in manufacturing, technology, PE-backed portfolios, and growth-stage businesses. Conversations emphasize authentic leadership, culture, mentorship, and practical strategies for steering organizations through transitions like ESOPs, private equity partnerships, and rapid geographic or product expansion. Listeners can expect real-world lessons on hiring, leadership development, and aligning business strategy with organizational values, often anchored by personal stories of perseverance and hands-on problem solving. A notable through line is the emphasis on human-centered management, cross-functional teamwork, and the ongoin... more

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1. Randy Lyman
2. Jason Perez
3. Paul Idziak
4. Laura Manion
5. Gene Millman
6. Stacey Tank
7. Jeff Taylor
8. Emeric Ernoult

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