Building Great Leaders

In this episode, Sam Smith, Director of Inspections Enablement, shares his leadership journey from the depths of a submarine to the heart of API Group's fastest-growing program. Sam discusses how investing in people became his North Star and why he walked away from chasing titles to find a company that prioritizes long-term growth over short-term wins.

In this episode, Duane Patrick, Vice President of Leadership & Development for Viking Fire Protection Group, shares his evolution from a bass-playing introvert to an executive leader. From his early days in musical theater and church bands to a pivotal career wake-up call at age 22, Duane discusses how early setbacks and a commitment to daily self-reflection helped him build a culture of abundance. He shares his experience of people who have poured into him and how, he in turn, is dedicated to developing himself and others. Plus, Duane shares ideas on how to encourage IDPs in the field.

In this episode, Anthony Escover, Director of Field Development for Western States Fire Protection, discusses the transition from an apprentice in the field to director of field leadership and the importance of establishing trust within a large-scale organization. He shares his perspective on the cultural shift toward servant leadership in the trades, the critical role of positive reinforcement in talent retention, and why intentional follow-through is the most effective tool for bridging the gap between field and office operations.

In this episode, Cutter Tyllia, Vice-President of Transformation at APi Group, shares his transition from leading an operating company to driving API Group's enterprise transformation. He discusses shifting from subject matter expertise to leading through influence and vulnerability, reflecting on his father's leadership legacy and the importance of mental resilience in balancing a high-stakes career with family.

In this episode, Tino Delgadillo, a Project Manager with MP Nexlevel, shares his journey from the field to office, the leadership mindset he's embraced, how he's improved work-life balance, and more.

Have you ever received a safety high-five? In this episode, Brian Mesmer, Segment Safety Leader for APi Group's Safety Segment, shares his journey in the industry and reveals what it takes to create a culture of safety that goes beyond regulations and truly cares for people.

In this episode, Steve Arsenault, Chief Information Officer of APi Group, shares his unconventional career journey and how it shaped his unique perspective on leadership and technology. He reveals how change-ready mindset is the most crucial skill to have in today's fast-paced corporate world, the importance of leveraging data, and the way we can foster innovation from the ground up in order to navigate the challenges of a modernizing business.

In this episode, Russ Becker, CEO at APi Group, returns to share what has happened since he last appeared on the podcast. He discusses the importance of being willing to change and adapt, how leaders need to be focused on developing other leaders within the organization, and so much more. The APi Care Factor is designed to support all APi team members and their children and legal dependents during unexpected challenges related to mental health or substance abuse.If you have a family member that needs help, resources are available and you can learn more now at https://www.thecarefactor.com/.

In this episode, David Jackola, the newly-appointed Chief Financial Officer of APi Group, discusses his leadership journey from growing up on the Iron Range in MN, to leading teams in Europe, to becoming the CFO of a global organization. He shares what he's learned about the importance of reflection, asking questions, listening, developing relationships, and why principles matters.

In this episode, Dan Fowler, Vice President of Corporate Services and Special Projects at J. Fletcher Creamer & Son, Inc. shares his journey to J. Fletcher Creamer and what he's learned through APi's Accelerated Readiness Program. He explains how being uncomfortable is an opportunity for him to lean in, trust himself, and adopt a coaching mindset.

In this episode, Adam Fee, VP of Investor Relations for APi Group, shares how being a collegiate athlete prepared him for his current role and how the culture at APi Group has made such a significant impact on him, as well as company investors.

In this episode, Pat Kes, Superintendent at Viking Sprinkler, shares the lessons he's learned from over 30 years experience in the industry, including how to navigate the challenges of leading large-scale construction projects, the importance of communication and trust on the job site, and how leaders can remove obstacles and barriers so that everyone on the team is put in the best position to succeed.

In this episode, Laurent Matthys, VP, People Leadership for APi International, shares about his fascinating life and career journey as he reveals the magic that happens when we start connecting with people and truly developing as a team