POWER CONNECTOR
Conversations to boost your confidence and guide you to success!
The Power Connector podcast connects you with people who have traveled the road to success, navigated the bumps along the way and are stronger for it. Discover how their setbacks and struggles improved their self-esteem and helped them overcome other obstacles.
Join host Derek Dickow as he explores the distinct journeys of each guest as they share their personal nuggets of wisdom, reveal how they built their confidence and what success means to them. Through their stories, you’ll discover ways to help you along your own journey.
- Update frequency
- every 13 days
- Average duration
- 44 minutes
- Episodes
- 31
- Years Active
- 2023 - 2025
EPISODE 28: Connecting with Ryley Austyn & Dan Fischer
Meet Ryley Austyn, Founder and CEO of Raustyn Holdings, joined by Dan Fischer, President and CEO of Citizen State Bank and Chairman of Raustyn Holdings. In this episode, they discuss the philosophy b…
00:53:57 |
Thu 21 Aug 2025
Episode Special Fireside Chat with Coach Gary Torgow, Huntington Bank
Episode Summary
In this inspiring conversation, Gary Torgow—Chairman of Huntington Bank—shares lessons from a career that bridges law, real estate, banking, politics, philanthropy, and faith. From hi…
00:31:05 |
Mon 18 Aug 2025
Episode Special Fireside Chat with Coach Tom Izzo, Michigan State
In this special fireside chat, legendary Michigan State Men’s Basketball Coach Tom Izzo shares timeless lessons on leadership, trust, culture, and adaptability—lessons that resonate far beyond the ba…
00:31:13 |
Fri 15 Aug 2025
Episode 27: Connecting with Ankur Rungta & Chris Ostrowski
Meet Ankur Rungta, Co-Founder & CEO of C3 Industries, Inc., and Chris Ostrowski, Chief Technology Officer at Dutchie. In this episode, they discuss the rapidly evolving cannabis industry, focusing on…
01:26:30 |
Mon 17 Feb 2025
Episode 26: Connecting with Dan Fischer
Meet Dan Fischer, the President and CEO of Citizens State Bank. In this episode, Dan shares insights into the bank's impressive growth since 2020, its unique culture centered on strong relationships …
00:31:24 |
Tue 22 Oct 2024
Episode 25: Connecting with Charles Gleeson, II
Meet Charles Gleeson II, president and CEO of C.E. Gleeson Constructors, and his son, Charles Gleeson III, as they celebrate the 100 year anniversary of their company. Founded in 1924 by Charles Glee…
00:42:54 |
Tue 16 Jul 2024
Special Fireside Chat with Hon. Mike Duggan, City of Detroit: Shaping Detroit’s Future: Detroit is Open for Business
Mayor Mike Duggan discusses the revitalization of Detroit and the opportunities for investment in the city. He highlights the progress made in terms of population growth, investment, and job creation…
00:24:57 |
Tue 25 Jun 2024
EPISODE 24: CONNECTING WITH ANDREW STEIN
Meet Andrew Stein, president & CEO of Children’s Foundation, an organization focused on improving children's physical and mental health through innovative programs and research. Andrew joined The Fou…
00:39:31 |
Wed 05 Jun 2024
EPISODE 23: CONNECTING WITH SAM BEZNOS
Meet Sam Beznos, the dynamic CEO behind Beztak Properties, which is a commercial real estate company that has been in business more than 60 years. Today, Beztak employs more than 1,300 people across …
00:45:07 |
Tue 09 Apr 2024
EPISODE 22: CONNECTING WITH DR. AMMAR ALKHAFAJI
Meet Dr. Ammar Alkhafaji, Principal at W Investors Group and an Internal Medicine Resident. W Investors Group is a fully integrated real estate group specializing in development, property management,…
00:33:55 |
Fri 16 Feb 2024
EPISODE 21: CONNECTING WITH JASON KRIEGER
Meet Jason Krieger, principal of Krieger Klatt Architects, Inc., a leading full-service architecture firm with nearly three decades of experience.
Explore Jason's journey in the field of architectur…
00:38:13 |
Wed 24 Jan 2024
EPISODE 20: CONNECTING WITH CORBIN YALDOO
Corbin Yaldoo is a Commercial Real Estate professional with a diverse expertise encompassing various dimensions within the industry. As the Founder/President of Corbco Ventures, C3CRE and Co/Founder …
00:32:34 |
Tue 26 Sep 2023
EPISODE 19: CONNECTING WITH JACK MILLER
Jack Miller is the Michigan market president for Hylant. His primary responsibility is the growth and profitability of the Ann Arbor and Detroit offices. Jack strives to build strong relationships wi…
00:39:25 |
Tue 29 Aug 2023
EPISODE 18: CONNECTING WITH BEN GERGIS
Ben Gergis is Co-Founder of DryMedic and the VP of Integrations at Authority Brands, with extensive experience in the property restoration industry. In 2014, he co-founded DRYmedic with one van and o…
00:37:49 |
Tue 22 Aug 2023
EPISODE 17: CONNECTING WITH MARK WINTER
Meet Mark Winter, president of Identity PR, the leading Public Relations agency in Michigan. With a knack for simplifying complexities and bringing leaders together, Mark has played a pivotal role in…
00:45:22 |
Tue 15 Aug 2023
EPISODE 16: CONNECTING WITH RICHARD KARP
Meet Richard Karp, CEO of Karp and Associates. Richard is a Detroit native and mastermind behind the revitalization of Lansing's Old Town. With more than three decades of experience, he's reshaping c…
00:36:31 |
Mon 07 Aug 2023
EPISODE 15: CONNECTING WITH DENNIS BERNARD
Meet Dennis Bernard, the finance guru behind Bernard Financial Group. With more than $24 billion in commercial real estate transactions under his belt, Dennis is the go-to guy for commercial financin…
00:40:11 |
Thu 27 Jul 2023
EPISODE 14: CONNECTING WITH ADAM LUTZ
Meet Adam M. Lutz, Managing Principal of Q10 | Lutz Financial Services and CEO of Lutz Real Estate Investments. With more than $4.5 billion in closed loans and a national presence, Adam and his team …
00:47:06 |
Mon 24 Jul 2023
EPISODE 13: CONNECTING WITH AMER BATAL
Meet Amer Batal, an entrepreneur who's conquered multiple industries for more than 20 years! As the mastermind behind Batal Real Estate, Urban Air Parks, and Crunch Fitness, he's all about creating e…
00:39:04 |
Mon 17 Jul 2023
EPISODE 12: CONNECTING WITH ANDY GUTMAN
Meet Andy Gutman, the unstoppable president of Farbman Group and a true commercial real estate visionary. With billions of dollars in assets and more than 28 years of experience, Andy is a financial …
00:41:30 |
Tue 11 Jul 2023
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