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In this deeply personal and heartfelt special episode of Grand Dads, host Tad Druart reflects on the profound difference between having difficulties with faith and experiencing true doubt. Speaking directly from a place of sorrow and contemplation, Druart shares his thoughts in the wake of a tragic flood that took the lives of many—including two…
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A Father’s Legacy: Balancing Career and Parenthood in the Tech Industry with Scott Stevens
For Scott Stevens, a veteran of the semiconductor and PC industry, it’s not just the innovation and technological revolutions that mark the timeline of his journey. More precious are the personal milestones: the births of his three children, Jenny, Will, and Cole. As a dedicated father, he prioritized carving out time during his bustling…
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A Plan for the Future: A Legacy of Love, Giving from a Grand Dad with Ken Bissell
Everyone knows that parenting is not an easy feat, but raising twins takes parenting to another level. Such a journey is one that Ken Bissell had with his wife and now stands to showcase the power of partnership, patience, and resilience in family life. Including his twins, Bissell is a father to a total…
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The Blessings of Being There: Insights from Gerald Hill
Join us on the Grand Dads podcast as we delve into the rich family life and multigenerational lessons of Gerald Hill, a great-grandfather whose life experiences offer invaluable insights into parenting and community engagement. From starting out as young parents in college to navigating careers and community responsibilities, Gerald and his wife have fostered…
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The Bond Between Fatherhood and Education with Ron Stefanski
Setting the Stage for a Rich Educational Experience In a compelling discussion on the Grand Dads podcast, Ron Stefanski shares invaluable insights into the importance of embracing a well-rounded educational experience. As a seasoned Michigan man, Ron highlights the significance of stepping out of one’s comfort zone, especially for students who migrate from familiar…
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How Parenting led to Professional Growth: Thom Singer’s Success Journey
In today’s ever-evolving conversation around gender roles and work-life balance, the idea of stay-at-home fathers is gaining traction. According to Pew Research, the number of stay-at-home dads has doubled in the past two decades. In a society where career often takes precedence over caregiving, more fathers are rethinking their roles in the family….
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The Family That Travels Together Stays Together from Shores to Shores
In the world of business, where success often hinges on relationships, Kelly Shores stands out for his ability to merge professional synergy with personal connections. Over his many years of friendship and collaboration with Tad Druart, Shores has demonstrated that the key to lasting success lies in doing things right and building strong, respectful…
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When Your Team Becomes the Bottleneck
In a candid take on organizational blind spots, Mollie Gaby, Principal at CG Infinity, highlights a hard truth many leaders avoid: sometimes your biggest pain point isn’t your technology or your strategy — it’s your staff. A common red flag is resistance to change. When team members are unwilling to explore new tools, automate…
Diagnosing Your Capital Asset Health: Why Asset Visibility Is the New Financial Imperative in Healthcare
Hospitals and surgery centers own millions of dollars in equipment — but owning assets and having actionable visibility into them are two different things. Most systems maintain inventories, yet many struggle with outdated records, fragmented tracking, and limited insight into useful life or service contracts. With nearly half of U.S. hospitals reporting negative operating…
From Public Accounting to CFO: The Leadership Wake-Up Call
The CFO seat is being rewritten in real time. Today’s finance leaders are expected to drive growth, lead enterprise-wide systems transformations, and shape AI strategy—while still keeping the close, controls, and capital story airtight. Gartner reports that 59% of finance leaders are already using AI in the finance function, underscoring how rapidly the role is…
Building Safer Schools Through Restorative Practices
School Safety Today podcast, presented by Raptor Technologies. In this episode of Principals of Change, host Dr. Amy Grosso sits down with D’Jon Pitchford, Assistant Principal at Kelly Lane Middle School in Pflugerville ISD, to explore what school safety really means. Pitchford reframes safety as more than physical security—emphasizing trust, restorative practices, campus culture,…
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A Gentle Reflection on Love, Loss, and Faith After the Texas Floods
In this deeply personal and heartfelt special episode of Grand Dads, host Tad Druart reflects on the profound difference between having difficulties with faith and experiencing true doubt. Speaking directly from a place of sorrow and contemplation, Druart shares his thoughts in the wake of a tragic flood that took the lives of many—including two…
A Father’s Legacy: Balancing Career and Parenthood in the Tech Industry with Scott Stevens
For Scott Stevens, a veteran of the semiconductor and PC industry, it’s not just the innovation and technological revolutions that mark the timeline of his journey. More precious are the personal milestones: the births of his three children, Jenny, Will, and Cole. As a dedicated father, he prioritized carving out time during his bustling…
A Plan for the Future: A Legacy of Love, Giving from a Grand Dad with Ken Bissell
Everyone knows that parenting is not an easy feat, but raising twins takes parenting to another level. Such a journey is one that Ken Bissell had with his wife and now stands to showcase the power of partnership, patience, and resilience in family life. Including his twins, Bissell is a father to a total…
The Blessings of Being There: Insights from Gerald Hill
Join us on the Grand Dads podcast as we delve into the rich family life and multigenerational lessons of Gerald Hill, a great-grandfather whose life experiences offer invaluable insights into parenting and community engagement. From starting out as young parents in college to navigating careers and community responsibilities, Gerald and his wife have fostered…
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The Bond Between Fatherhood and Education with Ron Stefanski
Setting the Stage for a Rich Educational Experience In a compelling discussion on the Grand Dads podcast, Ron Stefanski shares invaluable insights into the importance of embracing a well-rounded educational experience. As a seasoned Michigan man, Ron highlights the significance of stepping out of one’s comfort zone, especially for students who migrate from familiar…
How Parenting led to Professional Growth: Thom Singer’s Success Journey
In today’s ever-evolving conversation around gender roles and work-life balance, the idea of stay-at-home fathers is gaining traction. According to Pew Research, the number of stay-at-home dads has doubled in the past two decades. In a society where career often takes precedence over caregiving, more fathers are rethinking their roles in the family….
The Family That Travels Together Stays Together from Shores to Shores
In the world of business, where success often hinges on relationships, Kelly Shores stands out for his ability to merge professional synergy with personal connections. Over his many years of friendship and collaboration with Tad Druart, Shores has demonstrated that the key to lasting success lies in doing things right and building strong, respectful…
Bluegrass Bonds and Life Lessons: Fatherhood and Grandparenting with Mark Buerger
In an engaging episode of Grand Dads, host Tad Druart sits down with Mark Buerger, the Director of Communications and External Relations at the Special Olympics Kentucky for an insightful conversation on fatherhood and grandparenting that blends personal anecdotes, life lessons, and reflections on family, friendship, and sports. With warmth and humor, Buerger opens…
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Hoops to Hope: A Shared Journey Through Mental Health Challenges and Shattering Stigmas
Given all the mental health challenges that affect people from all walks of life, mental health is topic that has gained increased attention in recent years. According to the World Health Organization, approximately one in eight people globally are living with a mental health disorder. In the world of sports, where mental toughness is…
