Career Conversations with Chris
An informational podcast all about the world of work and those within it. Past, present and future will be discussed in detail with opportunities to explain successes, failures and learning opportunities where the guest will represent their specific industry. Exposing the unknown intricacies in industries for young professionals where advice is passed on from established professionals to those joining the workforce.
- Update frequency
- every 14 days
- Average duration
- 43 minutes
- Episodes
- 15
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
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Colorado Academy, Caves & Classrooms: Dr. Mike Davis on Leadership, Learning, and the Future of Education
In this episode of Career Conversations with Chris, we step into the world of independent education with Dr. Mike Davis, Head of School at Colorado Academy.
Key themes in this educational odyssey incl…
Building the Buffs Brand: John Snelson on Creativity, College Football, and Shooting Your Shot
In this Primetime episode of Career Conversations with Chris, we dive into the fast-paced, content-saturated world of college football media with John Snelson, Director of Creative Services for CU Bo…
The Financial Odyssey: Lessons from Literature to Wall Street with Zach Pashel and Special Co-Host Francis Akomeah
In this episode of Career Conversations, we dive deep into the world of finance with Zach Pashel, a versatile professional whose career has taken him from the pages of English literature to the heart…
Bright Shiny Objects: David Armitage on Innovation, AI, and the Future of Work with Co-Host Henry Lewisohn
In this visionary episode of Career Conversations with Chris, host Chris Wachuta and co-host Henry Lewinsohn sit down with David Armitage, a visionary entrepreneur who has spent decades at the forefr…
Shaking Things Up: Matthew Lindner on Craft Cocktails, Hospitality, and Building a Business from Scratch
In this episode of Career Conversations with Chris, host Chris sits down with Matthew Lindner, CEO and co-founder of Crafthouse Cocktails.
Key highlights from our conversation with Matt:
- How Matt laun…
Empowering Women in Business: Ivette Dominguez Drawe's Inspiring Journey
In this episode of Career Conversations with Chris, we sit down with Ivette Dominguez Drawe the CEO of Alpine Automotive Group.
Key highlights from our conversation with Ivette:
- Her rise from top-ranke…
Building Better AI for Health: A Deep Dive with CLD-9 Founder Khushang Hirpara and Co-Host Henry Lewinsohn
In this episode of Career Conversations, we sit down with Khushang Hirpara the founder of CLD-9.
Key highlights from our conversation with Khushang:
- The technical challenges of building reliable AI mo…
Design, Determination, and Discovery: Andrea Schumacher on Transforming Spaces and Business Mindsets
In this episode of Career Conversations with Chris, we explore the unconventional career path of Andrea Schumacher, a successful interior designer and entrepreneur.
Key highlights from our conversati…
From JCs to EVs: Tim Jackson's Road Through Automotive Advocacy and Innovation
In this episode of Career Conversations, we sit down with Tim Jackson, a veteran of the automotive industry and association management.
Key highlights from our conversation with Tim:
- The unexpected pa…
Aging, AI, and Academia: Insights from Pioneering Researcher, Dr. Eric Verdin with Special Co-Host Will Gerash
In this episode of Career Conversations, we delve into the fascinating world of aging research with Dr. Eric Verdin, President and CEO of the Buck Institute for Research on Aging.
Key highlights from …
NBC Intern to Disney+ Innovator: Surfing the Digital Wave with Marketing Guru Andy Schneider
In this episode of Career Conversations, we sit down with Andrew Schneider, a veteran marketing executive with a diverse background spanning from the early days of the internet to the launch of major…
The 35-Year Climb: Blake Hickok's Blueprint for Corporate Loyalty and Innovation
In this episode of Career Conversations, we talked with Blake Hickok, the Chief Financial Officer of Engineering Economics Inc.
Key highlights from our conversation with Blake:
- His journey from entry-…
The Leadership Chameleon: Nigel Alexander on Adapting Across Industries and Capitalizing on Opportunities
In this episode of Career Conversations, we sit down with Nigel Alexander.
Key highlights from our conversation:
- His transition from banking to telecommunications, sparked by the 1996 Telecommunicatio…
From Wall Street to Colorado: Navigating Career Transitions and Leadership with Doug Robinson and Special Co-Host Francis Akomeah
In this episode of Career Conversations, we sit down with Doug Robinson.
Key highlights from our conversation with Doug:
- His experience running for Governor of Colorado and the lessons learned from a h…