In this episode, Michael Burcham, Chief of Strategy, Research, and Talent Development, joins Anderson Williams, Principal of Talent Development at Shore Capital, to explore why investing in people has been core to Shore since the beginning. Michael shares how the firm’s founders valued learning as a strategic advantage and how that mindset led to the creation of Shore University, the talent development function supporting both the firm and its portfolio companies. They discuss the challenges of scaling teams, the shift from individual contributor to manager, and the importance of trust, communication, and consistency in leadership. Through stories and examples, they show how ShoreU ensures that as companies grow, their people are prepared to grow with them.

In this episode, Kathleen Lee shares her journey from stay-at-home mom and part-time biller to Practice Administrator at Reston ENT. With a background in education and a lifelong passion for creativity, Kathleen brings a unique blend of structure, empathy, and innovation to her leadership. She fosters a culture where collaboration thrives and everyone from staff to patients feels seen and supported. By leading with heart and treating the practice as her own, Kathleen shows how ownership, adaptability, and purpose can transform a team.

In this episode, Dr. Kevin Cassidy shares his journey from mowing the lawn at his father’s orthodontic practice to joining the team, eventually buying the business, and scaling it over the next two decades. He discusses the decision to partner with Southern Orthodontic Partners, the mindset shift that came with stepping back from daily operations, and the challenges of leading his team through change. Dr. Cassidy also reflects on his experience in Shore University’s Leadership Academy, where he reconnected with his passion for mentorship and rediscovered joy in his work. He highlights the power of trust, transparency, and leading with heart.

In this episode, Zachary Nippert, Chief Commercial Officer at Shore Capital, discusses building out the Commercial Center of Excellence (COE) to accelerate organic growth across the firm’s portfolio. Drawing from his experience in global advertising, tech entrepreneurship, and revenue leadership, Zack shares how he is creating a structured approach to commercial strategy, talent development, and sales enablement. He also explains how peer collaboration within the COE fosters innovation, enabling commercial leaders to exchange insights, overcome challenges, and enhance performance across diverse industries.

In this episode, Brian Hall shares how a lifetime of hands-on electrical work, from wiring homes with his dad to overseeing safety at a nuclear power plant, shaped his path to becoming Director of Training at Guidant Power. After coming close to losing his life in an electrical accident early in his career, Brian became deeply committed to keeping others safe. Today, he teaches workers across industries how to recognize hazards and follow safety protocols, turning complex standards into practical, real-world lessons. With lived experience, humility, and a passion for making sure people go home safe, Brian uses his expertise to help save lives.

In this episode, Jim Forrest shares his journey from bagging groceries at age six to becoming Chairman of multiple high-performing companies. He reflects on formative lessons from his father, early career missteps, and the customer-first mindset that shaped his leadership style. Jim discusses building great teams, the importance of process and strategic focus, and his role in mentoring rising leaders while helping shape a lasting culture of performance and accountability.