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The Cred Podcast
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Authority Amplified. Cross-industry leaders discuss how they make pivotal decisions & navigate any & all outcomes. Host: Mack McKelvey.

It's the podcast for The Credentialed, the invitation-only authority platform for visionary CEOs, Founders & Top Execs
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The Cred Podcast is hosted by @mackmckelvey.bsky.social. The podcast is the media arm of @thecredentialed.bsky.social. This season, we've interviewed execs about the art & science of decision-making. Subscribe on your fav streaming platform. thecredentialed.com/the-cred-pod...
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On every episode we will interview an authority across different industries who has deep industry knowledge and vast experience in the field. On this season of The Cred podcast, we will seek to unders...
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S2 Ep33 Dr. Alvin Glay, Chief Strategy Office, Response Media, chats w/host @mackmckelvey.bsky.social about how he bridges his academic insight with his real-world wisdom. He's also a new author. Listen now!

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Bridging Academic Insight and Real-World Wisdom with Dr. Alvin Glay - The Credentialed
In this episode, Dr. Alvin Glay, Chief Strategy Officer at Response Media, shares his approach to decision-making—blending data with contextual intelligence. Drawing from his experience as a Liberian ...
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April 3, 2025 at 10:22 PM
S2 Ep32 Listen to guest Minerva Tantoco (first CTO for NYC, serial CTO + founder) talks w/host @mackmckelvey.bsky.social about using AI as an Ally + Keeping Humans in the Loop. #innovator #startup #tech

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AI as an Ally: Minerva Tantoco on Keeping Humans in the Loop. - The Credentialed
AI is everywhere—but how should executives actually use it to make better decisions? In this episode of The Cred Podcast, host Mack McKelvey sits down with Minerva Tantoco, a true tech pioneer who wen...
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March 19, 2025 at 4:23 PM
S2 Ep31 Aaron Andalman, co-Founder & Chief Science Officer, Cognitiv chats w/host @mackmckelvey.bsky.social. Hear about balancing the rigor of academia w/ the fast-paced nature of tech, the science behind gut instincts, key traits of top decision-makers, etc.

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From Gut Instincts to AI Insights with Dr. Aaron Andalman - The Credentialed
Discover the science behind decision-making in this episode of The Cred Podcast. Mack McKelvey sits down with Dr. Aaron Andalman, Chief Science Officer & co-founder of Cognitiv, to explore gut instinc...
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February 24, 2025 at 8:39 PM
S2 Ep30 Terry Kawaja Unfiltered w/host @mackmckelvey.bsky.social Known for his objective credibility, Terry's view on his big decisions, “I would rather ruffle some feathers and be right in the long run because people notice.” Plus, Terry shares some predictions!

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Credibly Irreverent: Terry Kawaja Unfiltered. - The Credentialed
In this episode of The Cred Podcast, Mack McKelvey sits down with Terry Kawaja, founder and CEO of Luma Partners and a leading voice in the ad tech industry. Terry shares his nuanced approach to decis...
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February 20, 2025 at 4:40 PM
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Mickey Khan is the best kept secret in the #media industry. Mobile Marketer. Mobile Commerce Daily. Luxury Daily. And the list goes on and on. Create, build, lead and sell high. Oh, and he happens to also be the nicest guy in the industry! Don't miss this episode of @thecredpodcast.bsky.social!
February 18, 2025 at 4:00 PM
S2 Ep28 Timing Your Decisions with Mickey Khan, Founder/CEO, Luxury Roundtable & host @mackmckelvey.bsky.social. Known for his ability to capitalize on capital market shifts, Mickey has had 4 successful #media business exits—making decision-making his specialty.

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Timing Your Decisions with Mickey Alam Khan - The Credentialed
In this episode of The Cred Podcast, we’re joined by Mickey Alam Khan, CEO of Luxury Roundtable, global luxury expert, brand builder, and turnaround specialist.
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February 18, 2025 at 3:57 PM
S2 Ep27 Check out The Future of Decision-Making w/ Tech Futurist (future of technology, transformation & human-centered innovation) @kateoneill.bsky.social & host @mackmckelvey.bsky.social. Also, her book is out: www.whatmattersnext.com--buy it now!

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The Future of Decision-Making with Kate O'Neill - The Credentialed
In this episode, we’re joined by “Tech Humanist” Kate O’Neill, a global keynote speaker, author, and executive advisor renowned for her expertise in helping leaders navigate the future of technology, ...
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February 17, 2025 at 4:23 PM
S2 Ep26 Hear Gary Goldberg, Founder/President, SquadLocker chat with host @mackmckelvey.bsky.social about the role of failure in success: “Take pleasure and triumph in your failures. Don’t fear them... And I tell people I fail forward.”

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The Role of Failure in Success with Gary Goldberg - The Credentialed
In this episode of The Cred Podcast, host Mack McKelvey sits down with Gary Goldberg, Founder and President of SquadLocker, Inc., to explore the complexities of leadership, decision-making, and the po...
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February 12, 2025 at 7:12 PM
S2 E25 What ever happened to @jibjabofficial.bsky.social? CEO, Paul Hanges chats w/host @mackmckelvey.bsky.social about managing an emotional piggyback to leading the fondly dubbed “cockroach of the internet,” Paul shares his take on leadership & spreading joy.

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Bumpers, Bets, and Context: Paul Hanges’ Approach to Decision-Making - The Credentialed
In this episode of The Cred Podcast, host Mack McKelvey chats about decision-making with Paul Hanges, CEO of JibJab, where the mission is to spread joy.
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February 6, 2025 at 5:07 PM
S2 Ep24 @mackmckelvey.bsky.social talks w/Gina Bianchini, founder/CEO, @Mighty Networks. Gina shares her distinctive approach to decision-making, underscoring the importance of self-care, taking bets, and building a culture where it's safe to fail.

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People Magic, Placing Bets & Perfecting the OODA Loop - The Credentialed
In this episode of The Cred Podcast, host Mack McKelvey sits down with Gina Bianchini, founder and CEO of Mighty Networks. With an impressive background in the tech world, Gina shares her distinctive ...
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February 5, 2025 at 3:56 PM
S2 Ep23 Great #Podcast to start your week: Unapologetically Authentic—Listen to the Whispers, Don’t Wobble & Fail Fast w/Jo Kinsella, Global President & COO, XR Extreme Reach & host @mackmckelvey.bsky.social #adtech #leadership

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Unapologetically Authentic—Listen to the Whispers, Don’t Wobble & Fail Fast - The Credentialed
In this episode of The Cred Podcast, Mack sits down with Jo Kinsella, Global President & COO of XR Extreme Reach, to explore her career journey—from backpacking in Bali to breaking into the fintech an...
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January 27, 2025 at 5:27 PM
S2 Ep22 Highly recommend you take some time out of your day to listen to this episode: Decision-Making by Design: Say Yes, But Measure Twice with Yelitsa Jean-Charles, Founder/CEO, Healthy Roots Dolls; with host @mackmckelvey.bsky.social.

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Decision-Making by Design: Say Yes, But Measure Twice with Yelitsa Jean-Charles - The Credentialed
In this episode of The Cred Podcast, host Mack McKelvey chats with Yelitsa Jean-Charles, founder and CEO of Healthy Roots Dolls. Yelitsa shares the story of how a class project at Rhode Island School ...
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January 22, 2025 at 3:56 PM
S2 Ep21 Check out The Horizontal Climb: Marcy Quinn Samet’s Holistic Path to the C-Suite w/host @mackmckelvey.bsky.social Hear her unique take on balancing speed w/thoughtful leadership, why she doesn’t believe in work-life balance & more.

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The Horizontal Climb: Marcy Quinn Samet’s Holistic Path to the C-Suite - The Credentialed
In this episode of The Cred Podcast, host Mack McKelvey sits down with Marcy Quinn Samet, Founder and Chief Growth Architect of LBRBCOLLECTIVE, to discuss her unconventional career path to the C-suite...
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January 21, 2025 at 10:24 PM
S2 E20 Host @mackmckelvey.bsky.social interviews Ronnie Kwesi Coleman, Founder/CEO, Meaningful Gigs. After selling his prev startup for >$40M, Ronnie seeks to create 100K skilled jobs for Africans. Also learn about how AI is reshaping the future of creative work. thecredentialed.com/solving-hard...
Solving Hard Problems Through Creative Thinking & Customer Obsession - The Credentialed
In this episode, we sit down with Ronnie Kwesi Coleman, the Co-Founder & CEO of Meaningful Gigs, to explore his remarkable journey from humble beginnings as a college dropout from Ghana to serial entr...
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January 20, 2025 at 7:10 PM
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Honored to be on the Board of Trustees for Creative Spirit. This morning, we rang the Opening Bell at the New York Stock Exchange. @salientmg.bsky.social
January 14, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Check out Eric Litman, Founder/CEO, @aescape.bsky.social chat w/host @mackmckelvey.bsky.social Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, a tech enthusiast, or curious about the future of wellness, this episode is packed w/inspiration & lessons. #robotics #AI

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Aescape with Eric Litman: Revolutionizing Wellness with Robotics and AI - The Credentialed
In this episode of The CRED Podcast, host Mack McKelvey sits down with Eric Litman, the founder and CEO of Aescape, to explore the fascinating journey of a tech visionary turned wellness innovator. Er...
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January 14, 2025 at 6:04 PM
S2 Ep18 Empowering Caregivers: Insights from Michael Walsh, CEO, Cariloop & host @mackmckelvey.bsky.social In addition to Cariloop’s vital role in the workplace, Michael discusses his own decision-making process & the evolution of leadership at a growing startup.

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Empowering Caregivers: Insights from Cariloop's CEO - The Credentialed
Michael Walsh shares a deeply personal journey that led to the founding of Cariloop, a platform designed to support caregivers through every stage of their journey. From his own caregiving experience ...
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January 2, 2025 at 2:07 PM
S2 Ep17 In this episode, host @mackmckelvey.bsky.social chats with Julie Bernard, #CMO, Lily.ai about her extensive experience in navigating the complexities of the B2B landscape, emphasizing the importance of empowering teams and driving impactful decisions.

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Embracing Change: A Conversation with Julie Bernard - The Credentialed
Join us in this insightful episode as we delve into the leadership journey of Julie Bernard, Chief Marketing Officer at Lily AI. Julie shares her extensive experience in navigating the complexities of...
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January 1, 2025 at 8:59 PM
S2Ep16 Connecting Leaders to Their Future Potential w/Stephen Bailey, co-Founder/CEO, ExecOnline & host @mackmckelvey.bsky.social

Bailey offers invaluable advice on taking ownership of mistakes & fostering a culture of accountability.

#leadership #podcast

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Connecting Leaders to Their Future Potential with Stephen Bailey - The Credentialed
Join host Mack McKelvey in an insightful episode of The Cred Podcast as she sits down and discusses the intricate world of decision-making with Stephen Bailey, the co-founder and CEO of ExecOnline.
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December 20, 2024 at 2:20 PM
S2 Ep15 THE Inside Innovator, Louis Gump, w/host @mackmckelvey.bsky.social Louis discusses the nuances of decision-making, highlighting the role of leadership, collaboration, and adaptability in driving successful outcomes.

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The Inside Innovator with Louis Gump, Author of The Insider Innovator​ - The Credentialed
Join host Mack McKelvey in an insightful conversation with Louis Gump, President, Cambian Solutions, Author of The Insider Innovator and a seasoned professional in the media and mobile industries, as ...
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December 18, 2024 at 3:51 PM
S2 Ep14 With a strong emphasis on collaboration, trust, and aligning values, Laurel Rossi, CRO/CMO, Infillion, shares the principles that have guided her through pivotal moments in her career with host @mackmckelvey.bsky.social & our listeners!
#adtech

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Mastering Decision-Making with Laurel Rossi - The Credentialed
Join us for a thought-provoking journey into the realm of decision-making with Laurel Rossi, Chief Revenue Officer and Chief Marketing Officer at Infillion. In this episode of The Cred Podcast, Laurel...
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December 17, 2024 at 5:23 PM
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This was a full-circle moment. Vernon Irvin was my boss for about 10 years at 4 companies. He has been my mentor/sponsor and I owe so much of my professional success to him. I'd encourage you to listen to this episode of @thecredpodcast.bsky.social; this one was a huge thrill for me.
December 15, 2024 at 10:00 PM
S2 Ep 13 Vernon Irvin, transformational exec across global telecom, tech, mobile, cyber and entertainment; he's now the Head of GTM & Value Creation at Ariel Alternatives. Hear him talk w/host @mackmckelvey.bsky.social about the decision-makers dilemma. thecredentialed.com/the-decision...
The Decision Maker's Dilemma: Vernon Irvin's Perspective - The Credentialed
In this episode of The Cred Podcast host Mack McKelvey sits down with Vernon Irvin, EVP & Chief Revenue Officer at G-P/Globalization Partners, a seasoned leader, and an expert in decision-making. Toge...
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December 15, 2024 at 9:57 PM
S2 Ep12: Host @mackmckelvey.bsky.social interviews Michael Avon, General Partner at ABS Capital. Gain valuable insights into the world of tech investments & explore the nuances of decision-making in Silicon Valley, where analytical reasoning meets gut instincts.

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Unveiling The Process Behind Investment And Leadership Choices With Mike Avon - The Credentialed
In the latest episode of the Cred Podcast, host Mack McKelvey engages in a captivating conversation with Michael Avon, General Partner at ABS Capital. Gain valuable insights into the world of tech inv...
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December 12, 2024 at 5:47 PM